According to sources, Xavier University (a Education organization in Louisiana) was hit with a cyber attack. It was first reported on 2023-01-02.

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Source 1  |  2023-01-02

Ransomware Gang Says It Leaked Data from Xavier University Students, Staff

“A ransomware gang with international reach is claiming that it leaked sensitive personal data belonging to Xavier University students and employees, apparently after university officials refused to meet their demands.“

“Vice Society, which is known for targeting school systems and higher education institutions, made that claim around Dec. 20. The breach occurred on Nov. 22, according to Xavier President Reynold Verret's email to the university community on Dec. 22. Xavier officials declined comment about the alleged leak.“

“It is not clear how many people were affected in the Xavier attack, what information might have been leaked, or what university officials know about the extent of the theft. Verret's email last week said the university was "in the process of identifying and notifying anyone who may have been affected." “

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