In November 2025, Harvard University faced a significant cybersecurity crisis. An unauthorized party gained access to systems within the alumni affairs and development department, potentially exposing the personal data of over 115,000 individuals. The entry point wasn’t a complex software bug. It was a vishing attack: a simple, high-pressure phone call that tricked an employee into granting access. This incident serves as a powerful reminder that even the most advanced security systems are only as strong as our collective vigilance.
To help protect the Lafayette community and provide clear guidance on these threats, you are encouraged to review a new Lafayette resource to help prevent vishing and smishing.
Submitted by: ITS