Portsmouth university 'cyber incident' reported to police

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Security experts are working to contain a threat that has disrupted a university's IT systems.

A computer threat which has partially shut down a university campus has been reported to police and security experts.It said it was working to secure them and was not aware of any computer data being stolen.

The campus, which has been closed to most students for more than a week, will remain shut until Wednesday.In a statement it said: "The university has been impacted by a cyber incident that has affected some of our IT systems, which remain offline.It said "cyber security partners" were working to contain the issue and prevent future incidents.

Previously the university advised students to study remotely if possible while those who were required to be on campus were asked not to log on to the IT network.Follow BBC South on

 

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