On November 27, 2023, the New York School of Interior Design (NYSID) detected suspicious activity that indicated a possible data breach. An investigation revealed unauthorized access to certain files and systems between November 2 and November 26, 2023. NYSID undertook a thorough review of the incident, concluding on June 17, 2024, and identified that some personal information of students, prospective students, faculty, and alumni might have been compromised.
The potentially affected information varies by individual and could include details such as names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, passport numbers, financial account information, payment card information, health insurance details, medical information, taxpayer identification numbers, student identification numbers, and biometric data. NYSID began notifying individuals on July 9, 2024, based on available address information.
In response to the breach, NYSID took immediate action to secure its network, including deploying advanced threat protection and monitoring tools. The institution is reviewing and enhancing its security policies to prevent future incidents and has reported the breach to law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
While there is no evidence of identity theft or fraud linked to this breach, NYSID encourages affected individuals to follow protective measures outlined in their notice. For further information or questions, individuals are advised to contact NYSID directly.
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