A database allegedly belonging to Eastern Illinois University (EIU) was leaked on a dark web hacker forum on April 8, 2026. The individual claiming responsibility for the leak stated it was a hacktivist action. The leaked data was described as 93 CSV files, totaling 758 MB uncompressed and 172 MB compressed as a ZIP archive.
The specific types of data within the leaked database, the number of individuals affected, and whether any personal identifying information (PII), Social Security numbers, medical information, or financial data were exposed have not been publicly confirmed. There is no information available regarding notification to affected individuals or regulatory bodies.
Details about this incident may emerge over time. Official confirmations or further information from the university or regulators have not yet been disclosed.