### C2K System Targeted The **Education Authority (EA)**, responsible for overseeing school support services in Northern Ireland, reported a cyber incident affecting the "C2K" system last week. In response, the EA took immediate action to contain the breach, including shutting down access to the affected system. The C2K system is a critical infrastructure component, providing online services such as teaching materials, assignments, exam revision resources, and communication tools to the vast majority of schools in the region. ### Investigation and Recovery Efforts The EA has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, collaborating with its service provider **Capita** and an incident response company. While the exact nature of the attack remains undisclosed, preliminary findings suggest that the breach was detected early and contained effectively. Eve Bremner, the EA’s chief education officer, stated that there is currently no evidence of data corruption or exfiltration. However, the investigation is ongoing to confirm the full scope of the incident and potential data exposure. ### Phased Restoration and Prioritization The EA is currently prioritizing the restoration of system access, focusing initially on post-primary schools and students facing imminent examinations. Schools have been actively involved in resetting passwords and ensuring secure system access for students. The recovery process involves carefully balancing the need for rapid restoration with the imperative of ensuring system security. The EA has expressed its apologies for the disruption and committed to providing regular updates on the recovery progress.