Mission Organisation Team Code of conduct Help us Cases Projects

Global Universities (PGU)

Project Global Universities (PGU) is an initiative dedicated to identifying and addressing unpatched security vulnerabilities within university systems worldwide. By conducting thorough scans of various academic institutions, the project aims to enhance cybersecurity and protect sensitive educational data from potential threats. This proactive approach not only strengthens individual universities' defenses but also contributes to a safer global higher education network by sharing insights and best practices across institutions.

The project

Organization & Problem Domain

CSIRT.global is a worldwide, non-profit, volunteer-led organization dedicated to addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Through proactive identification, owner notification, and incident prevention, CSIRT.global contributes to a safer digital environment.


Core Activities:

  • - Bug Bounty Programs
  • - Vulnerability Research
  • - Incident Response (CSIRT)

CSIRT.global is independent, apolitical, inclusive, and open. It values personal growth and supports both individuals and the broader community in their development while ensuring the protection of sensitive data.

As the sister organization of the Dutch Institute for Vulnerability Disclosure (DIVD), CSIRT.global has been coordinating international CSIRT activities since 2022, working towards a global network of cybersecurity professionals.


Key Services:

  • - Researching vulnerable software and services.
  • - Mitigating potential data breaches.
  • - Facilitating and guiding security research.
  • - Collaborating with the ethical hacker community to strengthen digital security.

CSIRT.global partners with various organizations, including universities, governmental bodies, private enterprises, and non-profits. It also plays a crucial role in establishing bug bounty programs and cybersecurity collaboration initiatives.

Problem Domain

The research project, led by CSIRT.global’s Research Department, aims to identify and mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities within universities worldwide. This initiative addresses both technical and organizational challenges, focusing on proactive measures to prevent cyber incidents.


Research Activities:

  • - Conducting scans, analyses, and reports on security vulnerabilities.
  • - Enhancing the cybersecurity resilience of universities.

Goals and Responsibilities:

  • - Identifying vulnerabilities in university digital systems.
  • - Advising universities on effective security measures.
  • - Establishing collaboration opportunities such as bug bounty programs.
  • - Preventing potential data breaches and other cyber threats.

The team

We are preparing and onboarding the team at this moment. :-)