San Diego USD Hacked, 10 Years’ Worth of Data Stolen
Officials say that a hacker gained access to the personal information of over 500,000 San Diego Unified students and staff.
Identity Theft
Don’t Try This at Home: The 25 Worst Passwords of 2018
After evaluating over 5 million passwords, SplashData estimates almost 10% of people have used at least one of the 25 worst passwords on this year’s list.
Former CPS IT Worker Accused of Stealing Personal Files from Database
The files contained personal information such as background checks and employee ID numbers of tens of thousands of CPS workers.
How to Spot a Fake ID
Catch a fake ID by using the F.L.A.G. system.
Patients Sue Prince George’s Hospital After OB-GYN Faked Identity
A former OB-GYN obtained his medical license using a fake name and a fake Social Security number and also had a false passport, visa and birth certificate.
WSU Stolen Hard Drive Contained Over One Million People’s Personal Data
The stolen hard drive contained information such as Social Security numbers and personal health information.
Fla. Hospital Secretary Involved in Massive Patient ID Theft Case
The secretary is accused of stealing patient information and giving it to accomplices to commit tax fraud.
Gov. Announces OPM Hack Stole 5.6 Million Fingerprints
The new figure blows away previous estimates made by the government this summer.
Biometrics Is Helping Defend Against Cyber Attacks in Healthcare
Medical companies have begun deploying biometrics systems as part of their cybersecurity measures.
Hospital Employee Improperly Accesses Records of 692 Patients
An employee has been dismissed from University Hospitals in Cleveland after it was discovered that the employee improperly viewed electronic medical records containing the personal information of hundreds of patients.
Recommended For You
Strengthen Your Campus Communication Plan: Tips for Higher Education
We’ve put together this guide to help you improve communication with your many stakeholders, including students, faculty and staff, families, media, alumni, governing board, community members and others.
School Lockdowns: 9 Tips for More Effective Lockdowns
Keeping doors locked, avoiding codes and having reverse evacuation protocols will help to ensure your lockdowns are implemented quickly.
