[Students] UCUES Data Breach

[Vcsa]

Dear Highlanders,

I'm writing to inform you that that the University of California (UC) was subject to a cybersecurity attack that involved the Accellion file transfer appliance (FTA). In particular, the data provided by students in the 2020 California Undergraduate Experience Survey (UCUES). Unfortunately, student responses to the UCUES survey were stored on the Accellion FTA at the time of the event and subsequently posted to the internet. This incident is not only a violation of privacy, but an unforeseen predicament for all those involved.

Please note, UC President Drake will notify students who participated in the survey about this situation and provide additional information regarding the data that was impacted. A list of resources is available to community members, including emotional support services, such as Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at 951-827-5531.

To learn more on how to protect yourself, please visit UCnet's Accellion Data Breach page<https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/data-security/index.html>.

The UC Office of the President is closely reviewing the UCUES process and will be taking actions to enhance the privacy and security of your information.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email vcsa at ucr.edu<mailto:vcsa at ucr.edu>.

Best Regards,


BRIAN L. HAYNES, PH.D.
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Office of the Vice Chancellor
University of California, Riverside
900 University Avenue
2108 Hinderaker Hall
Riverside, CA 92521
Phone: (951) 827-4641  | Fax: (951) 827-2248 | Email: vcsa at ucr.edu<mailto:vcsa at ucr.edu>
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