Posted On March 27, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
March 27 – The Lee University data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the university was targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The Lee University data breach resulted in the unauthorized access and downloading of confidential information of certain individuals being compromised. The specific types of data exposed were not detailed in the public filing, but affected individuals have received personalized notifications.
According to the New Hampshire Attorney General’s website, Lee University reported a data breach after they were targeted in a cyber security attack that exploited a vulnerability in third-party software used by the institution.
The incident initially occurred in March 2024, when Lee University detected a security breach affecting their computer network. The university took immediate containment measures and engaged cybersecurity specialists to conduct a thorough investigation. This investigation confirmed that unauthorized actors had successfully exploited vulnerabilities in a third-party software platform utilized by the university.
Further analysis revealed that the unauthorized party not only gained access to but also downloaded confidential information belonging to various individuals associated with the university. After a year-long investigation and data review process, on March 25, 2025, Lee University sent out data breach letters to those individuals whose information was affected by the breach.
The detailed review of the compromised files was completed in March 2025, allowing the university to identify which specific individuals were impacted by the data security incident. While the public notice filed with the New Hampshire Attorney General does not specify exactly what types of personal information were compromised, the personalized notification letters sent to affected individuals contain detailed lists of the specific data elements exposed in each case.
Lee University is a private Christian higher education institution located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Founded in 1918, the university has evolved from a small Bible training school to a comprehensive university offering diverse academic programs.
The institution operates across several academic departments and schools, providing undergraduate, graduate, and online degree programs in fields including liberal arts, education, business, music, nursing, and religious studies. With a campus spanning approximately 120 acres, Lee University maintains multiple academic buildings, residence halls, and athletic facilities.
Lee University serves approximately 5,000 students and employs around 1,758 faculty and staff members. With an estimated annual revenue of $303 million, it represents a significant educational and economic presence in eastern Tennessee. The institution is formally affiliated with the Church of God denomination, which influences its governance structure and institutional values.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Lee University data breach to determine what damages they sustained and what compensation may be available to them. If you recently received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH from Lee University and would like a free consultation, contact the Console & Associates, P.C. law firm at (866) 778-5500 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential contact form.
