StudyGate Falls Victim to Kill Security Ransomware

🏢 About StudyGate

StudyGate provides on-demand homework help and online tutoring services to high school and college students. Their offerings include unlimited step-by-step homework assistance for a monthly fee, with tutors available 24/7 across more than 120 subjects. The platform connects learners with qualified tutors to enhance academic performance through instant answers and detailed coursework solutions.

As an education technology provider, StudyGate stores large volumes of student records, identity documents, and learning materials, making it an attractive target for ransomware operators.

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📌 Overview

On September 25, 2025, the Kill Security ransomware group listed StudyGate on its leak portal.
The group claims to have exfiltrated sensitive data and threatens to publish it within 4–5 days if ransom demands are not met.

📊 Key Details