University of Minnesota Faces Cyberattack Threatening Data of Millions
The University of Minnesota is among thousands of educational institutions across the United States affected by a cyberattack targeting the Canvas educational software platform. Hackers, identified as the group ShinyHunters, have threatened to release the personal data of nearly 300 million users unless a ransom is paid. The breach has disrupted access to Canvas, which is used for uploading assignments, administering tests, and accessing grades. The attack comes at a critical time as the academic year concludes with final exams and graduations. Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, has shut down the platform following the breach. Despite the hackers' claims, Instructure reports no evidence of compromised passwords or financial information. 
