Phones, email, classes disrupted in University of The Bahamas ransomware attack

A ransomware attack on February 2 disrupted the University of The Bahamas’ online network—knocking out email, internet-based learning platforms and telephone systems for roughly 5,000 students and 700 staff—forcing class cancellations and operational adjustments. The university is investigating with law enforcement, warned that personal information may be affected, and has not reported a claiming group or ransom decision; the incident is reported alongside a recent wave of ransomware activity targeting Caribbean public institutions.