On December 24, 2025, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia appeared on the leak site of the qilin ransomware group. The attackers claim to have stolen internal files from the public university and have published samples as proof.
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Reported Details of the Incident
Public reporting indicates the university was listed on the qilin ransomware leak site with an entry dated December 24, 2025. The group states it exfiltrated internal data during a ransomware attack and is now threatening to release more unless demands are met. Exact volume of data and number of individuals affected remain unconfirmed by the university in available reporting. The exposed material is described as internal files rather than a structured database of student or staff records, though such files often contain personal information.
qilin ransomware group posted the listing on its dark-web leak portal, a common tactic used to pressure victims. No independent verification of the full dataset has been published, but the initial samples suggest the breach includes documents that could contain names, identification numbers, contact details, or other sensitive university records.
Why This Matters for You and Your Family
Even when a breach hits a university, the consequences reach ordinary people. Students, parents, alumni, and staff whose personal details sit in those internal files now face heightened risk of identity theft, phishing, and financial fraud. If your name, email, phone number, or family address appears in leaked spreadsheets or documents, criminals can combine it with information from other breaches to build a complete profile.