The attack took place last weekend at the provider of Canvas, a digital learning platform used by multiple universities and universities of applied sciences worldwide, including TU/e. Students and lecturers use it to share course materials, submit assignments, and communicate with each other.

At this time, it is still unclear whether the attack led to the leakage of data belonging to TU/e students and staff, such as names and email addresses, the university said in a message on the intranet.

The Canvas provider is currently investigating which of the approximately 9,000 educational institutions worldwide using the platform have been affected by the attack. Once more relevant information becomes available, it will be shared via Canvas, according to the university.

Internal consultation

After implementing various security measures over the past few days, the platform can now be used safely again, TU/e reports.

Spokesperson Ivo Jongsma said upon request that an internal meeting will take place Wednesday afternoon to determine exactly what happened and what follow-up steps are needed. Until then, he cannot share further information.

This news article will be updated as more information becomes available.

This article was translated using AI-assisted tools and reviewed by an editor