Baker University Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On December 19, 2025, Baker University sent data-breach letters to 66 people after determining that unauthorized actors accessed its network in December 2024. If you received a notice, you may have grounds to pursue compensation and access free identity-protection services—contact us today for a free case review.
Incident Snapshot
- Full legal entity: Baker University (Baker University)
- Breach window: December 2 – December 19, 2024
- Notice mailed: December 19, 2025
- Total individuals notified: 66
- Data exposed: Names, Social Security numbers, financial-account information, and other personal details
- Remediation offered: Complimentary credit-monitoring and identity-protection services through IDX
What Happened?
Baker University discovered suspicious activity on its network in December 2024 that caused a system outage. The university secured its environment and began an investigation that confirmed unauthorized access to specific files and folders between December 2 and December 19, 2024.
What Information Was Involved?
The subsequent file review revealed that the compromised data sets contained:
- Full names
- Social Security numbers
- Financial account information
- Additional personal data referenced in the notice letter
How Baker University Responded
The university reports that it:
- Immediately secured its network and restored affected systems
- Implemented additional technical safeguards and reviewed security policies
- Notified law enforcement and state regulators
- Offered complimentary credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection through IDX to all impacted individuals
Steps You Can Take Now
- Enroll in the free IDX credit-monitoring service referenced in your letter.
- Review your credit reports and bank statements for unfamiliar activity.
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze with the credit bureaus if you notice anything unusual.
- Keep all correspondence from Baker University; it may be required for any claim submission.
- Consult a data-breach attorney to explore potential compensation.
Company Overview
Baker University, founded in 1858, is a private higher-education institution headquartered at 618 Eighth Street, Baldwin City, Kansas, United States.
- Industry: Higher Education
- Website: bakeru.edu
- Facebook: @BakerUniversity
- Instagram: @bakeruniversity
- YouTube: Baker University
- LinkedIn: Baker University
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Baker University — what should I do?
Follow the enrollment instructions for the complimentary IDX credit-monitoring service, monitor your financial accounts, and contact a data-breach lawyer to discuss your legal options.
What information did the Baker University breach expose?
The notice states that names, Social Security numbers, financial-account details, and certain additional personal data were present in the accessed files.
How many people were affected by the Baker University data breach?
The university reported the incident to regulators as affecting 66 individuals.
Did Baker University offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. The school is providing complimentary credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection through IDX. The duration was not specified in the public notice.
How do I submit a claim related to the Baker University data breach?
Gather your breach letter, proof of any out-of-pocket losses, and contact a qualified attorney or consumer-protection advocate to evaluate eligibility for a class action or individual lawsuit.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Baker University?
You can download the full California Attorney General filing directly from the link above or from the Massachusetts Attorney General website.
