Mount Royal University in Calgary has confirmed a cybersecurity breach in which attackers gained access to its network and stole data from file storage systems. The university disclosed the incident after the threat actors publicly claimed responsibility for the intrusion.
According to the university, the hackers not only exfiltrated data but also deleted files from the compromised systems. The full scope of the stolen information remains under investigation, though the institution has not yet detailed what types of data were taken or how many individuals may be affected.
The attack vector has not been disclosed, but the breach appears to have targeted on-premises file storage rather than cloud-based services. No specific exploit or vulnerability has been named, and indicators of compromise have not been publicly shared.
Mount Royal University has stated it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity experts to assess the damage and secure its network. It has not announced whether a ransom was demanded or if any systems remain offline as a result of the incident.
As of now, no ransomware group has formally claimed the attack, but the hackers' public statement suggests a targeted intrusion rather than a widespread automated campaign. The university has urged affected parties to monitor for suspicious activity.