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Saint Xavier University Data Breach Class Action Investigation

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At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Saint Xavier University (“SXU”) data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Saint Xavier University, which may have affected as many as 212,267 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office reveals that Saint Xavier University experienced a data breach during the summer of 2023. The unauthorized network access persisted from June 29 to July 18, 2023, during which unauthorized actors downloaded files containing confidential information. The compromised data includes:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers
  • Financial account information

Saint Xavier University began distributing data breach notification letters on October 30, 2024, informing affected individuals about the scope of the compromised data and the nature of the incident.

 

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

  1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Saint Xavier University data breach
  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

 

Saint Xavier University Overview

Founded in 1846, Saint Xavier University is a private Roman Catholic university in Chicago, Illinois. The institution provides undergraduate and graduate education through its College of Liberal Arts and Education and The College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Business.

 

Saint Xavier University Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Saint Xavier University data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.  

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