The ransomware incident targeting Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata (Argentina) was attributed to the nova threat actor, which allegedly threatened the university by leveraging stolen data. Nova reportedly demanded engagement with its support channel and provided proof-of-data to the victim as part of the extortion attempt, impacting Argentina #Argentina
Incident Details
- Victim: Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata
- Sector: Education
- Country: AR
- Actor: nova
- Source: http://pifk3xu3vad6cuxsjll4qjomyaaaoyvnyqppro75pazadzctrrvpdnyd.onion/universidad-nacional-de-mar-del-plata
- Discovered: 2026-07-20T15:02:47.582233+00:00
- Published: 2026-07-20T15:01:52.511192+00:00
Information
- Offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, vocational training, and distance education.
- Serves students, faculty, and the broader community through research, innovation, and cultural activities.
- Is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, with scholarships and support for international mobility.
- Maintains partnerships and projects that strengthen academic and technological transfer, contributing to local and global knowledge.
- Nova provided a tree and samples from stolen data to the company when it contacted the support department.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "nova". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.