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Ransomware Group clop Hits: WITS.AC.ZA

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Target organization WITS.AC.ZA WITS.AC.ZA Education

Summary

In the latest cybersecurity news, WITS.AC.ZA — a company operating in the ZA — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group clop. This data breach, discovered on 2025-10-27 11:25:03.786499, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.

Incident Report

Attribute Information
Target Organization WITS.AC.ZA
Threat Group clop
Summary [AI generated] WITS.AC.ZA is the online domain for the University of the Witwatersrand, located in Johannesburg, South Africa. Also known as Wits University, it offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses across a wide range of disciplines, such as commerce, law, management, humanities, health sciences and more. Known for its research-intensive focus, Wits University is one of Africa’s top learning institutions.
Date of Breach 2025-10-27 11:24:48.269836
Discovery Date 2025-10-27 11:25:03.786499
Region ZA
Target Domain WITS.AC.ZA
Business Sector Education

 

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