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Ransomware Attack Forces Closure of St Anne's Catholic School

Ransomware Attack Forces Closure of St Anne's Catholic School

First seen 27 Mar 2026, 21:46 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •March 28, 2026 at 20:59 UTC
  • •St Anne's Catholic School was closed for four days due to a ransomware attack.
  • •The NCSC and ICO are assisting the school, confirming no data compromise has been detected.
  • •The school reopened on the last day before Easter holidays after the incident.

St Anne's Catholic School in Southampton experienced a ransomware attack, leading to a four-day closure. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) were notified and are providing assistance. The school referred to the incident as an 'IT failure' and closed from Monday, canceling events such as a Year 8 parents' evening and a school concert. However, planned school trips continued as scheduled. Headteacher Julian Waterfield confirmed there is no evidence of data compromise. The school reopened on Friday for a non-uniform day before the Easter holidays. Ransomware attacks involve criminals locking files and demanding payment for their release.

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2026-03-27
St Anne's Catholic School closed due to ransomware attack.
2026-03-27
NCSC and ICO notified and began assisting the school.
2026-03-31
School reopened for non-uniform day before Easter holidays.

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