University of Georgia Likely Victim of MOVEit vulnerability Data Breach
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The University System of Georgia, including the University of Georgia, is currently assessing the extent and seriousness of a potential data breach related to the MOVEit file transfer software vulnerability.
In the event unauthorized individuals - probably from the hacker group Clop may have gained access to stored files.
The University System has taken steps to address the issue based on Progress Software's recommendations, including limiting the software's internet access.
Cybersecurity experts are actively evaluating the potential data exposure, and if required by law, notifications will be issued to affected individuals.
No details are immediately available, but we will update the record as details become available.
Update - on 5th of September The University System of Georgia confirmed a data breach caused by a vulnerability in the MOVEit file-transfer application, potentially exposing sensitive information such as students' and faculty members'
- names,
- Social Security numbers,
- addresses,
- email addresses,
- phone numbers,
- salary,
- other personal data.
Data breach notification letters are sent to affected individuals, and more details about the incident are expected in the future.
