Wichita State University (WSU) has reported that a third party has attempted to hack into its network systems, prompting the university to take proactive measures and disconnect several university systems over the weekend.
The university stated that it has isolated the attempt and most system access has been restored, with no indication of secure data being compromised. WSU says it is prioritizing student needs as it works to restore the whole system, with all networks and major systems expected to be up by the following day.
WSU also acknowledges that cyber attacks are becoming more common, particularly among large organizations like themselves. They are devoting the necessary resources to protect their digital infrastructure and prevent unauthorized access.
The university acknowledges that incidents such as these may create residual issues, and future interruptions may occur.
This attempted cyber attack serves as a reminder to educational institutions of the importance of maintaining a strong cybersecurity infrastructure. With many universities and schools holding sensitive data of students and staff, it is imperative to take measures to guard against cyber attacks.
WSU’s prompt and proactive response to this incident highlights the importance of having contingency plans in place for when cyber attacks occur.
