Educational Platform Canvas Partially Restored After International Cyber Attack
Summary
The educational platform Canvas has been partially restored after an international cyber attack by the hacking group Shiny Hunters, affecting millions of users worldwide.
Key Points
- The educational platform Canvas was targeted by an international cyber attack by the hacking group Shiny Hunters.
- Hackers stole 3.5 terabytes of data including students' personal information and threatened to leak it unless a ransom is paid.
- Instructure, the company behind Canvas, has partially restored the platform but has not confirmed if ransom was paid.
- The attack affected millions globally, including major universities in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, disrupting exams and operations.
