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EOODHigher Education under Siege: The Rising Threat of Ransomware Attacks
24 July 2026The education sector, particularly universities, has seen a significant increase in ransomware attacks, with the number of incidents rising by 8% in the first half of 2026 compared to the previous six months.
The Gentlemen ransomware operation has been identified as a key factor in this surge, with attacks on education providers increasing by 275%.
The US has been the most targeted country, with 34 confirmed victims, followed by the UK and Brazil.
The median ransom demand for education sector victims was $420,620, up 53% from the previous period.
The article emphasizes the far-reaching consequences of these attacks, citing a case where hackers not only encrypted data but also deleted entire drives, making some data irrecoverable.
