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Canvas Ransomware Attack Disrupts Finals for Thousands of Schools: ShinyHunters Steal Data, Demand Payment

A ransomware attack on Canvas, a popular digital platform for universities, caused chaos during spring finals, affecting thousands of institutions including the University of Michigan, Harvard, and Penn State. The hacking group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility, stealing data from nearly nine thousand schools worldwide, impacting over 275 million people. Although no sensitive information was compromised, the incident highlighted the vulnerability of ed-tech systems and the importance of cybersecurity measures. Canvas was back online within days, but the incident serves as a reminder to stay vigilant against cyber threats.

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