Munster Technological University ransomware attack

Munster Technological University ransomware attack
Date7 February 2023 (2023-02-07)
VenueMunster Technological University
LocationIreland
TypeCyberattack, data breach, ransomware
TargetMunster Technological University
Outcome
  • Closing of Cork campuses
  • Stolen data published on the dark web
SuspectsBlackcat

In early February 2023, Munster Technological University suffered a ransomware cyberattack which caused the cancellation of all full and part-time classes affecting the Bishopstown campus, as well as Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork School of Music and National Maritime College of Ireland in Ringaskiddy.[1]

  1. ^ O'Donovan, Brian (7 February 2023). "MTU campuses to close following 'significant' IT breach". RTÉ News. Retrieved 9 February 2023.

© MMXXIII Rich X Search. We shall prevail. All rights reserved. Rich X Search