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Harvard hit by new breach after phone phishing attack

Harvard confirms a phone phishing attack exposed a database of alumni, donors, and some students and faculty.
The breach followed a wave of Ivy League incidents affecting Princeton, UPenn, and Columbia.
Columbia was hit by a June breach affecting roughly 870,000 people, including students and applicants.
Harvard acted quickly to remove the attacker's access and prevent further unauthorized access.
Experts say large university IT systems are attractive targets due to vast datasets and donor information.
The incident adds to a growing list of cyberattacks on top universities.
Harvard's breach involved a database tied to alumni and fundraising operations.
The incident underscores the need for stronger defenses and proactive monitoring at universities.
Officials advise steps like 2FA and password managers to reduce risk from breaches.
The Fox News article is part of a broader CyberGuy guide on cyber safety and breach prevention.

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