The University of Manchester believes data was probably stolen during a cyberattack discovered last week.
The institution discovered that unauthorised users had gained access to its systems and that some data contained within has “likely been copied” by attackers.
Investigations are continuing as to what information may have been stolen, including “work with our external partners to monitor the dark web and other online sources to help us to identify if any data has been leaked”, according to a staff update.
In an FAQ document, the organisation added that there is “no evidence” of comprise of patient data related to Manchester University NHS Trust, and “no information to suggest” that anyone’s bank were accessed during the attack, nor that the incident will affect exam results.
