SETU Waterford hit by major cyber attack, Monday's classes cancelled

South East Technological University (SETU) has experienced a cybersecurity incident which targeted their IT systems in Waterford.

The incident was identified at the earliest possible stage and SETU's IT team moved swiftly to safeguard their IT systems. 

Relevant Government departments and authorities have been informed of the situation.

An official statement from SETU issued this evening says:

"Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that any data or information has been compromised. However, we continue to monitor the situation closely as investigations are ongoing.

"Our internal IT team is liaising with external cyber security experts to resolve the issue and minimise any potential impact. However, staff and students may experience some disruption as we continue to work to resolve the issue."

SETU Student's Union President, Mark Dunne said this evening that Monday's classes at Waterford have been cancelled as a result of the attack. 

"There will be more clarity on the situation on Monday, but as of now they are cancelled" he said, "there is no point being in the college on Monday so I'm told and I can say that with authority from the university. Take it that things are back to normal on Tuesday but we don't know at the moment."

Carlow and Wexford campuses have not been impacted and will operate as normal.