Relay Graduate School Of Education data breach exposes social security numbers

On December 11, 2024, Relay Graduate School of Education, discovered a data breach that affected 22,769 individuals in the United States. The breach involved unauthorized access to sensitive personal information.

The breach was reported to various state attorney general offices, with disclosures made to the Maine Attorney General on January 15, 2025, the Massachusetts Attorney General on January 14, 2025, and the Texas Attorney General on January 14, 2025. Additionally, the Vermont Attorney General was notified on January 10, 2025.

The breach affected 2,278 individuals in Texas, 11 in Maine, and 238 in Massachusetts. The method of data theft and the responsible party have not been disclosed, but the exposure of encrypted Social Security numbers indicates a serious breach of security protocols.

Information Exposed

• Social Security numbers (encrypted)
• Full name
• Contact information
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Date of birth

Relay Graduate School Of Education's Response

Relay Graduate School of Education has taken steps to address the data breach. They notified affected individuals by U.S. Mail on January 10, 2025, providing them with information about the breach and guidance on protecting their personal information. While specific resources offered by Relay have not been detailed, individuals are advised to monitor their credit reports and consider placing a fraud alert on their files.

Given the severity of the breach, it is crucial for affected individuals to remain vigilant. Regularly checking financial statements and being cautious of phishing attempts can help mitigate potential risks.