Crypto News

Data Breach: Millions of Student Data at Risk The data breach, which was first reported by #StudentDataLeak on Twitter, involves the personal information of millions of students from various universities across the US. The hacker claims to have gained access to the data through a security vulnerability in a popular student information system. Bitcoin Ransom Demanded The hacker, who goes by the handle @CryptoHacker , has demanded a ransom of 10 BTC (approximately $500,000 USD) to be paid within the next 48 hours in order to prevent the public release of the data. The demand for payment in Bitcoin has raised concerns about the use of cryptocurrencies for illegal activities. Impact on Students and Universities The potential leak of sensitive data such as social security numbers, addresses, and academic records has caused panic among students and universities alike. Many are worried about the potential consequences of their personal information falling into the wrong hands. U...