Australian University Data Breach, 11 December 2023

University of Wollongong discloses data breach

The breach may have affected both staff and students

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Source: University of Wollongong discloses data breach | iTnews

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The University of Wollongong has become the latest victim of a data breach, as confirmed by university officials. In a statement released over the weekend, the institution acknowledged the University of Wollongong data breach and assured the public that measures are being taken to contain the incident. Both staff and students are believed to be potentially affected.

The university did not identify what led to the data breach, nor how many individuals may be affected.

“We are working to investigate the cause and extent of the issue. Our normal operations are continuing as we assess any potential further impact,” the university said.

Regulators and authorities have been notified, the statement said, and external experts have been engaged to support the university’s effort.