University of Nottingham Students 'Scared and Anxious' After Major Cyber-Attack

Hacker group breaches University of Nottingham, accessing student data. Students alarmed; university sets up helpline and notifies authorities.

By Content Team

Jun 14, 2026

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A well-known hacking group has breached the University of Nottingham's systems, accessing "a significant amount of data" — including financial information — belonging to current students and alumni. The university confirmed the attack on Wednesday and has since set up a helpline, notified police, and alerted the Information Commissioner's Office, the Office for Students, and Action Fraud.

Students and graduates are rattled. Incoming law student Tolu Olufunwa, 17, said the breach made her question her university choice. Graduate Jacob Edwards, 23, criticized the university's vague communication. Former applicant Margaret Ladipo, 19, has already changed her bank details and passwords after learning her national insurance number was compromised.

Source: BBC News

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