University of Massachusetts Amherst reports data breach
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The University of Massachusetts Amherst is reporting a data breach, caused by a security breach that occurred on August 24, 2024, where an unauthorized party gained access to files containing confidential information on the university's computer network.
The university has conducted an investigation that spanned several months. It confirmed that the breach exposed personal information, primarily names and Social Security numbers. The exact scope of the compromised data varies by individual, and the university has indicated that additional types of confidential information may have been exposed.
The number of affected individuals and the nature of attack are not disclosed. It's also not clear why the university waited 6 months to report the incident.
UMass Amherst began sending notification letters to all affected individuals, detailing the specific information that was compromised in each case. The university is providing victims with 24 months of credit monitoring services.
