Clop Ransomware group claims Harvard University data breach

The Clop ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Harvard University, listing the institution on its Tor-based data leak site. According to the group, it has stolen sensitive data and plans to release it publicly in the coming days if its demands are not met. Harvard has not yet confirmed the breach, but the claim has raised serious concerns given the university’s vast research data and global partnerships.

Clop is known for exploiting software vulnerabilities to target large organizations and exfiltrate confidential information before demanding ransom payments. If verified, the Harvard incident would mark another high-profile addition to the group’s list of victims, which includes major corporations and government entities worldwide. Cybersecurity experts warn that such attacks highlight the growing threat of ransomware targeting educational institutions, where valuable intellectual property and personal data make them particularly lucrative targets.