According to a statement from Emmanuel College, student information was compromised in a data security incident that occurred last fall. Franklin Springs schools say only a few students were affected and that they were notified at the time of the outbreak.
From Emmanuel College…
Emmanuel College has received several inquiries and is aware of social media posts regarding incidents of misuse of personal information that may have affected former or currently enrolled Emmanuel students. Initial reports received indicate that fraudulent W-2s are being created for companies doing business in Georgia for people who do not work for the companies. Based on information received so far, it appears that some of those affected either attended Emanuel or were taking Emanuel classes as dual enrollment students.
Emanuel is investigating a potential data incident that occurred several years ago that affected students at the state-wide and federal level related to information systems used to process state and federal financial aid requests. recognizing. Although its systems are used by many public institutions, Emanuel does not use its systems to transmit information, and Emanuel does not provide specific information regarding specific students affected by its potential breach. I have never received a report.
Emmanuel experienced a data security incident in fall 2023, but the incident only affected a limited number of students enrolled in the fall 2023 semester and all affected students were notified at the time. , appropriate action was taken.
At this time, Emmanuel College is not aware of any data security incidents that would result in the disclosure of personal information of those affected by this recent fraud. Because we have not yet received a list of those affected and do not know the source of the data’s potential release, the University cannot notify anyone or take any action related to these reports at this time. You can’t.
