Hacker Breaches UM Database
By Adam Dodge - Posted on February 2nd, 2007
Quick Facts
- Date: 2/2/2007
- Institution: University of Missouri
- Type of Incident: Penetration
- Number Affected: 1,220
- Source: ESI
- Abstract Source: Columbia Tribune
Abstract
The University of Missouri announced today that last month a computer in a computer used by researchers at University of Missouri institutions. This server was used as an electronic clearinghouse for researchers applying for and receiving pay through grants. Contained on this server was personal information including names, Social Security numbers, and other payroll information. In addition, UM staff believes that more the 2,500 passwords for the system might have also been compromised. University of Missouri notified all individuals affected by this breach by e-mail or registered letter and urged them to closely monitor their credit reports for signs of misuse.
Tagged: University of Missouri
• 2007
• Educational Security Incidents (ESI)
• Financial Information
• Penetration
• Personally Identifying Information
• Social Security Numbers
