Windows systems at Maastricht University were infected with a ransomware

Maastricht University (UM) announced ransomware infected almost all of its Windows systems on Monday, December 23. “Maastricht University (UM) has been hit by a serious cyber attack. Almost all Windows systems have been affected and it is particularly difficult to use e-mail services.” reads the notice published by the UM. UM is investigating if the cyber attackers have had access to this data.” The UM is investigating the incident and is working to restore operations, it also reported the incident to law enforcement. The university did not reveal details of the attack, it is not clear the family of ransomware that infected its systems. In response to the attack, the UM has taken down its systems as a precautionary measure.  “In order to work as safely as possible, UM has temporarily taken all of its systems offline.” reads an update published by the university.