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Ransomware Attacks Intensify Against Universities Worldwide

Universities worldwide are under siege by ransomware attacks, with a single group called The Gentlemen responsible for a staggering 80% of their attacks on the education sector, and a 275% surge in attacks on education in just the first half of 2026. This alarming trend has contributed to a spike in ransomware activity against universities, despite an overall decline in recorded incidents across the broader education sector.