University Warns of Possible ID Theft After W-2 Information Exposed
By Adam Dodge - Posted on February 18th, 2006
Quick Facts
- Date: 2/18/2006
- Institution: University of Northern Iowa
- Type of Incident: Penetration
- Number Affected: 6,000
- Source: Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
- Abstract Source: < a href="http://www.wcfcourier.com/articles/2006/02/18/news/breaking_news/doc43f7026269046987392075.html">WCF Courier
Abstract
A computer breach at the University of Northern Iowa prompted UNI to notify 6,000 student employees and faulty that their W-2 tax forms might have been exposed. UNI issued immediate warnings for these individuals to "monitor their bank accounts" following the security breach.
Tagged: University of Northern Iowa
• 2006
• Financial Information
• Penetration
• Personally Identifying Information
• Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
• Social Security Numbers
