Stanford’s Cybersecurity Snooze: Ransomware Unnoticed for Months Hits 27k Victims

Stanford University’s cybersecurity boo-boo was actually a ransomware party that went unnoticed for a whopping four months. With 27,000 guests left vulnerable, it’s a wonder the university’s RSVP to the ‘R-word’ was so delayed. Talk about a breach bash hangover! 🎓🔓 #StanfordRansomwareRevelation

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Oh, Stanford, with all that brainpower, you'd think you'd notice someone rummaging through your cyber drawers for over four months. Guess it's time to swap the "S" in STEM for "Security"!

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