Monroe University disclosed a data breach involving unauthorized access to its systems, potentially exposing students’ and staff members’ sensitive personal information.
Monroe University’s Data Breach Investigation
Monroe University (“Monroe”) has officially notified individuals of a data breach that may have compromised sensitive personal information. According to Monroe, an unauthorized third party gained temporary access to certain university computer systems between December 9 and December 23, 2024. The breach involved unauthorized file access and data exfiltration during this window.
Upon discovering suspicious activity, Monroe launched an internal investigation and brought in cybersecurity experts to assess the situation. The investigation confirmed that some files were accessed and extracted by the intruder. Following a meticulous file review, which concluded on September 30, 2025, Monroe determined that the compromised data contained personally identifiable information (PII), including names paired with other sensitive details.
The university emphasized that, at this time, there is no evidence suggesting that any of the stolen data has been used for identity theft or fraud. Nonetheless, given the nature of the incident and the risk to those affected, Monroe took precautionary steps. This included offering a complimentary one-year membership of Triple Bureau Credit Monitoring and fraud assistance through Cyberscout, a company affiliated with TransUnion.
Monroe also stated that it is enhancing its security protocols to prevent future breaches. The breach has raised serious concerns about how higher education institutions safeguard student and employee data. Universities have increasingly become targets of cybercriminals due to the extensive personal data they maintain.
Affected individuals were notified directly and encouraged to monitor their credit activity. While Monroe did not disclose the total number of impacted individuals, the nature of the exposed data and delay between the breach and notification has led to rising concern and potential legal ramifications. If you received a notification from Monroe or believe you were affected, it may be in your best interest to learn more about your rights and consider taking legal action.
At Class Action U, we understand how stressful these situations can be. Institutions entrusted with your information have a responsibility to keep it secure. When they fail to do so, legal action may be the only way to hold them accountable and prevent similar breaches in the future.
When Did This Breach Occur?
Monroe University stated the unauthorized access occurred between December 9, 2024, and December 23, 2024. The university completed its file review and identified impacted data by September 30, 2025.
What Information Was Breached?
The review found that the following personal data elements were involved:
Note: Monroe did not specify exact data beyond names paired with sensitive elements.
What You Can Do
If you were notified by Monroe University, consider taking the following protective steps:
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Enroll in Credit Monitoring: Monroe is offering free one-year Triple Bureau Credit Monitoring through Cyberscout. This includes alerts from Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
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Monitor Your Credit Reports: Regularly check for unauthorized activity or changes.
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Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Contact the credit bureaus to add protection to your credit file.
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Stay Informed: Review the reference materials provided by Monroe about identity protection.
Most importantly, you may have legal options. If your data was accessed or stolen, you could be entitled to compensation. Join others who are standing up against corporate negligence. Connect with Class Action U to learn whether you qualify to participate in a class action lawsuit related to this incident.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Monroe University
If you received a notification from Monroe University about this data breach, you may be eligible to participate in a lawsuit seeking financial compensation. Data breach lawsuits often hold organizations accountable for failing to safeguard private information and help affected individuals recover losses and protect their futures.
This type of class action lawsuit can be a powerful tool for justice—especially when thousands of individuals face harm from a single incident. You are not alone. Your experience matters, and it can help make a difference.
Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.
