A breach at Mount Royal University in Calgary has been confirmed, with hackers infiltrating the university's network and stealing data from its file storage systems before deleting it. The university acknowledged the incident, stating that the attackers had accessed and removed data, although the extent of the breach is still being determined. The hackers have also come forward, claiming responsibility for the attack. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of cyberattacks against educational institutions, which often possess sensitive student and research data. The breach is a reminder that organizations must remain vigilant in protecting their networks and data from increasingly sophisticated threats. The fact that hackers were able to breach the university's systems and delete data raises concerns about the potential long-term impact on the institution and its students1. This matters to security practitioners because staying informed about such incidents is crucial in developing effective defense strategies against similar threats.