NEW YORK, July 6, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a law firm located in suburban Philadelphia, is probing data privacy issues stemming from a recent data breach at Columbia University. The institution became aware of the breach around June 24, 2025, which has raised significant concerns regarding the protection of personal information.
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Background on Columbia University
Established in 1754, Columbia University is a prestigious Ivy League institution situated in New York City, renowned for its academic rigor and research contributions.
Details of the Incident
On or around June 24, 2025, a politically motivated cybercriminal successfully breached Columbia University’s computer networks. This unauthorized access led to the theft of sensitive student documents and caused a temporary disruption of the university’s digital infrastructure. As a result, both students and faculty faced significant barriers in accessing essential services, including email accounts, coursework, and video conferencing tools, which were inaccessible for several hours.
Guidance for Data Protection
In light of this incident, individuals who have received notification about the data breach at Columbia University should be vigilant in safeguarding their personal information. Regularly reviewing account statements, monitoring credit reports, and remaining alert to any unauthorized activity can mitigate risks of identity theft and fraud.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is pursuing a class action lawsuit aimed at seeking reparations for those whose personal data may have been compromised in the Columbia data breach. This action underscores the importance of ensuring that one’s sensitive data is adequately protected in the wake of such incidents.
Contact Information
For more insights on this case, interested parties can reach out to:
Marc H. Edelson, Esq.
EDELSON LECHTZIN LLP
411 S. State Street, Suite N-300
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.edelson-law.com
About Edelson Lechtzin LLP
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. Besides data breach cases, the firm focuses on class and collective litigation involving securities and investment fraud, antitrust law violations, ERISA-related employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud.
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