Stolen UVa Laptop Contains Sensitive Data
By Adam Dodge - Posted on April 16th, 2008
Quick Facts
- Date: 4/16/2008
- Institution: University of Virginia
- Type of Incident: Theft
- Number Affected: 7,000
- Source: ESI
- Abstract Source: DailyProgress.com
Abstract
The University of Virginia worked quickly to mail out notification letters after it became aware of the theft of a laptop that contained sensitive personal data. The laptop contained a confidential file that held names and Social Security numbers of 7,000 UVa students, faculty and staff members. The theft occurred off-campus and is being investigated by Albemarle County Police Department. At the request of the police department, UVa has released very few details about the theft.
Tagged: University of Virginia
• 2008
• Educational Security Incidents (ESI)
• Personally Identifying Information
• Social Security Numbers
• Theft
