Former Clemson Official Alleges University Sold Computers Containing Private Data
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Mon, 2009-01-05 09:16
Quick Facts
- Date: 1/5/2009
- Institution: Clemson University
- Type of Incident: Unauthorized Disclosure
- Number Affected: Unknown
- Source: DataBreaches.net
- Abstract source: Greenville Online
Abstract
A former Clemson University official is alleging that the university sold surplus computers containing protected data without erasing the hard drives. According to Clemson University, a 2007 audit did find surplus computers meant for resale did contain personal information. However, these computers were not sold once the audit found the data according to Clemson spokesperson Cathy Sims. The university has purchased a hard drive shredder for all hard drives in surplus computers.