Classes at Eindhoven University of Technology have been cancelled for the second day in row following this weekend’s cyber attack, because work on a new security system has not been completed.

“We are working methodically with all our might to get the TU/e’s network secure and eventually bring it back online, step by step, with the utmost care,” vice president Patrick Groothuis said on the university’s website.

“The education systems have the highest priority in this regard. We understand that this has a major impact on everyone in our community. We are touched by the resilience of students and staff and by all the messages of support and help offered.”

It is as yet unclear who is behind the cyber attack. The university has not been contacted and no one has claimed responsibility. IC staff are currently searching the system for clues.

The buildings and offline facilities are still available to students and staff but they no longer have access to email and other information.