INC Ransomware group claims attack on Cambridge University Press & Assessment
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INC Ransomware group claims attack on Cambridge University Press & Assessment on June 24, 2024. Founded in 1534, Cambridge University Press holds the distinction of being the world's oldest publishing house, with a storied tradition in academic publishing across various disciplines including science, arts, medicine, and technology.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment has reported a cybersecurity incident that has caused technical disruptions within its publishing operations. While the customer-facing platforms continue to function normally, some internal systems and colleagues have experienced technical issues, including a temporary loss of email access.
The INC Ransomware group publicized the breach on their disclosure blog, sharing stolen documents as evidence of their infiltration.
The compromised data reportedly includes:
- Employee records and login credentials,
- Confidential documents related to academic assessments and publications,
- Sensitive personal information of employees and associated personnel,
- Operational data pertinent to the institution's activities.
No direct confirmation of the ransom gang claims is available, so the number of affected individuals is not clear.
