University of Auckland Warns Students Following Server Breach
Submitted by Adam Dodge on Sat, 2010-08-28 05:16
Quick Facts
- Date: 8/28/2010
- Institution: University of Auckland
- Type of Incident: Penetration
- Number Affected: Unknwon
- Source: ESI
- Abstract Source: The New Zealand Herald
Abstract
The University of Auckland recently notified students after the breach of a server containing personal information. The server, which was a stand alone system, contained student names, dates of birth and contact details. According to university officials the system did not contain any financial information. The university hired a computer security firm to help investigate the breach and thus far no evidence that the personal information was accessed has been found. However, the university is urging students to monitor their identities as a precaution.