City University of New York
Laptop Containing Data on City College of New York Students Stolen
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Tue, 2010-09-07 06:28Quick Facts
- Date: 9/7/2010
- Institution: City College of New York
- Type of Incident: Theft
- Number Affected: 7,000
- Source: ESI
- Abstract Source: WABC
Abstract
City College of New York recently sent out notification letters to students after a laptop containing personal information was stolen. The laptop in question, which was password-protected but not encrypted, contained the names and Social Security numbers of 7,000 students. In the notification letter, students were asked to contact 212-650-5426 with questions. However, some students have reported that calls to that number have gone unanswered. According to a CCNY spokesperson, there is no evidence that anyone's information has been compromised by the theft. However CCNY is looking at how to ensure personal information is better protected in the future.
CUNY Students At Risk After Laptop Theft
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Fri, 2007-11-02 07:01Quick Facts
- Date: 11/2/2007
- Institution: City University of New York
- Type of Incident: Theft
- Number Affected: 20,000
- Source: ESI
- Abstract Source: New York Post
Abstract
The City University of New York system is alerting CUNY students after a laptop containing student information was stolen from a SUNY office. The laptop contained the names and Social Security numbers on 20,000 students. According to CUNY officials, the theft was reported to the police, but staff was unable to determine when the theft occurred. According to officials, the laptop was not functional and any information was "password protected". Letters to students places the theft as occurring sometime "last week". CUNY officials are urging students to monitor their credit reports for fraudulent activities.
