About Wilkes University: This is a supplemental notice as two of the dates in the initial notice were inadvertently transposed. This notice is the operative notice.
Wilkes University experienced a significant data breach involving unauthorized access to external systems, affecting a substantial number of individuals. The breach was discovered on September 22, 2025, and impacted 27,632 individuals, including 24 residents of Maine. The breach involved the acquisition of personal identifiers, raising concerns about potential misuse of sensitive information.
What Happened
The breach occurred on January 25, 2025, and was discovered months later on September 22, 2025. It involved an external system breach through hacking, compromising personal identifiers of those affected.
Next Steps
Affected individuals are advised to remain vigilant by monitoring their financial account statements and credit reports for any irregular or fraudulent activities. Wilkes University has set up a dedicated and confidential toll-free response line to answer questions and provide further assistance. It’s important for affected persons to take advantage of the identity theft protection services offered and consider placing fraud alerts on their credit files.
Identity Theft Protection Services
Wilkes University is offering identity theft protection services through TransUnion for a duration of 12 months. These services include credit monitoring and identity theft and fraud protection. Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in these services promptly, as enrollment is required within 90 days from the date of the notification letter. Additionally, placing a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files is recommended to protect against unauthorized access.