University of Guyane targeted by cyberattack

Date Reported: 2024-04-30
Country: French Guiana (GUF)
Victim: Université de Guyane | University of Guyana | univ-guyane.fr
Additional Information:

  • The University of Guyana has fallen victim to a cyberattack that resulted in the encryption and deletion of certain files, as well as the destruction of the university’s website.
  • The hackers are demanding a ransom in exchange for the data’s restoration, but the university administration refuses to pay.
  • An investigation is currently underway to determine the origin of the attack and assess the extent of the damage.

Article: https://www.franceguyane.fr/actualite/education-sante-environnement/luniversite-de-guyane-victime-dune-cyberattaque-986312.php
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