Harvard data breach exposes alumni, donor records
Harvard just revealed a major data breach in its Alumni Affairs and Development Office.
A phone-based phishing scam exposed personal info—like emails, phone numbers, and donation details—of alumni, donors, some students, and faculty.
The university caught the breach earlier this week, quickly shut down access, and is now working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to sort things out.
Why it matters (and what's next)
This could mess with funding and mentorship programs that rely on Harvard's alumni network—possibly even delaying scholarships or departmental support.
To keep everyone in the loop, Harvard has set up a webpage for updates on the situation.
This isn't just a Harvard problem either; other Ivy League schools have faced similar cyberattacks lately, highlighting the need for better digital security across campuses.