For-Profit Monroe University Notifies 321,000 of Data Theft
Summary
• A for-profit university has notified 321,000 individuals of a December 2024 data theft incident that compromised personal and health information.
• The breach highlights the ongoing cybersecurity risks faced by educational institutions.
Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions
Texas credit unions should be aware of the increasing cyber threats to educational institutions, which could serve as a cautionary example for their own data security practices and risk management strategies.
Original Source Material
Health Info in Mix With Compromised Data in Latest Breach Hitting a School A for-profit university with campuses in New York and the Caribbean is notifying nearly 321,000 individuals of a December 2024 data theft incident that compromised their personal and health information. Monroe University is among the latest educational institutions disclosing hacks.