Lewis & Clark College has disclosed a data breach affecting students’ confidential information, prompting the institution to notify the Attorney General of Maine. The breach, discovered on March 22, 2024, involved unauthorized access to the college’s computer network, leading to the exposure of students’ names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or state identification numbers, passports, financial account details, medical records, and health insurance information. Following an investigation, Lewis & Clark College commenced sending data breach notification letters to affected individuals, advising them of the incident and the potential risks associated with the compromised data.
The data breach at Lewis & Clark College underscores the critical importance of safeguarding sensitive information and highlights the ongoing threat posed by cyberattacks targeting educational institutions. While the exact cause of the breach is still under investigation, the college has taken proactive measures to secure its systems and engage external cybersecurity experts to assess the extent of the incident. As affected students navigate the aftermath of the breach, seeking guidance from legal professionals specialized in data breaches can help mitigate the risk of fraud or identity theft, and explore potential legal recourse.
