Beast, a threat actor, has claimed ransomware against Ruskin College in the United Kingdom. Ruskin College Oxford, described as part of the University of West London and dedicated to accessible adult learning with career-oriented courses, is identified as the victim in this claim. #UnitedKingdom
Incident Details
- Victim: Ruskin College
- Sector: Education
- Country: UK
- Actor: beast
- Source: http://beast6azu4f7fxjakiayhnssybibsgjnmy77a6duufqw5afjzfjhzuqd.onion/card/ruskin_college
- Discovered: 2026-01-29 22:59:18.961268
- Published: 2026-01-25 00:00:00.000000
Information
- Ruskin College Oxford provides accessible adult learning opportunities for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
- Offers a variety of courses including degree programs, access courses, and short courses.
- Focuses on career-oriented education with personalized support and small class sizes to help students achieve academic and professional goals.
- As part of the University of West London, it guarantees high-quality teaching and extensive student support.
- Target clients include adults seeking further education, employment readiness, or personal development.
- Ransomware actor associated with the incident: beast.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "beast". 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.