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UK school estate hit by 3AM ransomware in suspected AI-assisted attack

BleepingComputer·November 3, 2026·1 min read
UK school estate hit by 3AM ransomware in suspected AI-assisted attack

A 3AM ransomware affiliate attacked a UK school estate, encrypting about 37 of nearly 50 machines reached from an unmanaged host. The incident, suspected to be AI-assisted, highlights the growing threat of automated attacks on educational institutions. Authorities are investigating the breach, which disrupted school operations and raised concerns about data security.

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