Stolen Howard University Laptop Contained Personal Information On Thousands

Submitted by Adam Dodge on Tue, 2008-10-21 07:00

Quick Facts

  • Date: 10/21/2008
  • Institution: Howard University
  • Type of Incident: Theft
  • Number Affected: 4,122
  • Source: Pogo Was Right
  • Abstract Source: Maryland Attorney General's Office

    Abstract
    Howard University is alerting university and hospital staff after the theft of a laptop containing personal information. The laptop contained names and Social Security numbers on 4,122 current and former staff members. According to the notification letter, Howard University apologizes for the theft and offers affected individuals one year of credit protection and fraud resolution through ID Experts.