Distance education has changed the way students get an education, offering them the flexibility to study from anywhere and at any time. This convenience has led to a rapid increase in demand for distance education programs and universities around the world are investing in technology and resources to meet this demand. However, with this increased reliance on technology comes the need for increased security measures to protect both the university itself and its students. The article considers various security risks of distance education systems, as well as the consequences of insufficient training in the field of cyber security of specialists and users of elearning systems.