Eastern Michigan university has released information regarding a server security breach on Sept 3, 2010.

EMU IT staff discovered on Saturday September 4th that a breach of a server containing login information for the ‘my.emich’ portal and Banner self-service areas had been compromised.  An unauthorized individual gained access to the server during the previous night.

The statement offers the following key points:

Key points:

1. Information in the file that was accessed included login information, but no personal data such as social security numbers, birthdates, etc.

2. No unexpected/suspicious user issues have been observed or reported since the breach.

3. IT staff continue to observe the systems and will take immediate action if anything unusual is noted.

4. Both IT and DPS are investigating the incident.

5. We recommend that users change their password and PIN information as a precaution.

The statement further advises that the hacker may have reached a file containing login credentials despite the swift containment steps taken by staff. Investigations continue along with assistance from a national breach response firm carrying out forensics analysis of the compromised areas. EMU is working with the Police Department to further any potential criminal investigation that may result from this analysis.

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