Monmouth University has reported a data security incident involving unauthorized access to its network that may have affected the personal information of 217 New Hampshire residents. While the university states it has no evidence of fraud or identity theft, affected individuals are being offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services.
Monmouth University’s Data Breach Investigation
On March 3, 2026, Monmouth University became aware that an unauthorized third party had gained access to its network. The university immediately secured its systems, notified federal law enforcement, and engaged a leading cybersecurity firm to investigate the incident and evaluate potential risks to personal information. The forensic investigation determined that certain files were acquired by the unauthorized party between February 5, 2026, and February 13, 2026.
The investigation concluded on May 29, 2026, confirming that the files contained personal information of 217 New Hampshire residents. The types of data potentially involved varied by individual and included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or state ID numbers, passport numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, medical treatment and diagnosis information, health insurance information, and usernames and passwords.
Monmouth has taken steps to enhance the security of its network, including technical safeguards, and continues to evaluate internal procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The university has also established a dedicated call line to assist affected individuals with questions about the breach and protective measures.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The unauthorized access to Monmouth University’s network occurred between February 5, 2026, and February 13, 2026. The breach was discovered on March 3, 2026, and the investigation concluded on May 29, 2026. Notifications to affected individuals began on June 30, 2026.
What Information Was Breached?
The compromised information may have included:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license or state ID number
- Passport number
- Financial account numbers
- Payment card information
- Medical treatment and diagnosis information
- Health insurance information
- Username and password credentials
Not all categories necessarily applied to every individual; the specific data exposed varied by file and resident.
What You Can Do
Affected individuals should enroll in the complimentary one-year Experian IdentityWorks Credit 3B membership, which provides credit monitoring, fraud alerts, and identity restoration services. Enrollment will not affect credit scores. Instructions for activation are provided in the notification and online at https://www.experianidworks.com/3bcredit .
Additionally, you should monitor financial and credit accounts regularly, consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with each of the three major credit reporting agencies, and report suspicious activity to financial institutions, law enforcement, or the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/idtheft .
Residents can also review additional steps to protect against identity theft, including reviewing credit reports through www.annualcreditreport.com and contacting state-specific authorities if applicable.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Monmouth University
Organizations that store personal information have a responsibility to implement reasonable security measures. When unauthorized access occurs, affected individuals may be entitled to seek legal remedies, including compensation for time, out-of-pocket expenses, and potential privacy violations.
If you are a New Hampshire resident affected by this incident, or received notice from Monmouth University regarding your personal information, you may have legal options. Joining a class action lawsuit with other impacted individuals can help ensure accountability and promote stronger data protection practices.
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.
