ShellCodeX Intelligence Brief
HIGH
Cybersecurity
Mount Royal University says file systems were accessed and data deleted
Source headline: Mount Royal University confirms breach as hackers claim attack
Threat level
High
Signal strength
75/100
Source confidence
1 source
Published
1 week ago
Intelligence Summary
Mount Royal University in Calgary reports it was breached via its network. The incident involved unauthorized access to the university’s file storage systems. After stealing data, the attackers deleted files, impacting availability. The school has confirmed the compromise publicly and is addressing the fallout. Affected users should watch for data exposure and potential follow-on scams.
Recommended Action
Review affected assets, schedule urgent remediation, and monitor related indicators.
Topics
Original reporting
BleepingComputer
Mount Royal University confirms breach as hackers claim attack
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