University of Exeter
Virus Shuts Down University of Exeter Network
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Wed, 2010-01-20 18:36Quick Facts
- Date: 1/20/2010
- Institution: University of Exeter
- Type of Incident: Penetration
- Number Affected: None
- Source: DataBreaches.net
- Abstract Source: ZDNet
Abstract
A virus that hit the University of Exeter on January 18th has caused the university to shutdown the network. According to Exeter staff, "…this is a completely new virus and we are the only organisation in the world to experience it. None of the mainstream virus software suppliers have seen this virus, and as such, there is no fix." The network was shutdown as a precaution and to help aid Exeter staff in cleaning up the virus outbreak. At this point it is not known if a Student or Staff PC brought the virus into the campus.
