Blackburn College Faces Cybersecurity Incident, Raises Concerns Over Data Breach

Date Reported: 2024-10-28
Country: GBR | United Kingdom
Victim: Blackburn College | blackburn.ac.uk
Additional Information :

  • Blackburn College experienced a cybersecurity incident on October 28, affecting its IT network and access to systems.
  • The college assured that the situation was under control and that classes continued as scheduled.
  • Concerns remained regarding potential data breaches resulting from the incident.
  • This incident echoes a recent cyberattack on the Fylde Coast Academy Trust, which involved a ransom demand for system access restoration.

Article: https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24686159.blackburn-college-targeted-hackers-lessons-continue/