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Kirkwood Website Experiences Unlawful Access

By April 8, 2013January 9th, 2019No Comments

Kirkwood Community College’s website recently experienced unlawful access of personal records of many individuals who applied to take credit classes over a period of eight years.

Sophisticated hackers, using an international IP address, unlawfully accessed the website on March 13, 2013. Specifically, the hackers gained access to archived application information from February 2005 until March 13, 2013 that may have included applicant names, birthdates, race, contact information and social security numbers. No financial information was stored in this system.

“We are helping those who may have experienced the theft of confidential data,” said Associate Vice President of Technology Services Jon Neff. “The college has personally contacted those who may have been affected to offer assistance. The free services will include personal assistance from identity theft and restoration experts who will listen, answer questions and offer expertise regarding concerns from those affected.”

In addition, continuous credit monitoring alerts will create awareness of key changes in credit files that could indicate the kind of unauthorized activity commonly associated with identity theft and fraud.

“We are committed to safeguarding personal information and protecting against theft,” said Vice President of Student Services Dr. Kristie Fisher. “We responded immediately and continue to fortify the protective measures already in place,” Fisher added.

For more information, contact Dr. Kristie Fisher at 319-398-4977.