Clackamas Community College Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
If you received a data-breach notice from Clackamas Community College, you may be entitled to free identity-theft protection and possible compensation. This page explains what happened, what data was involved, and the next steps to safeguard your rights.
Download Maine Breach Notice (PDF) Download Vermont Breach Notice (PDF)Incident Timeline
- September 10, 2025: Suspicious activity detected on a user account; password reset initiated.
- October 24, 2025: Additional suspicious activity uncovered; network contained to prevent broader impact.
- October 24, 2025: Forensic investigation confirms an unauthorized party accessed a limited number of systems and exfiltrated files the same day.
- December 18, 2025: Review of affected files identifies personal information.
- January 8, 2026: Consumer notification letters mailed and regulatory filing made with the Maine and Vermont Attorneys General.
Data Exposed
The college indicated that exfiltrated files contained:
- Your name
- Other personal data elements listed in each individual notification letter
No evidence of misuse was reported at the time of notification.
Response Measures
Clackamas Community College (Clackamas Community College) reported taking these steps:
- Rapidly resetting the compromised account and containing network access.
- Engaging an external forensic security firm to investigate.
- Enhancing technical security controls to reduce future risk.
- Offering affected individuals a complimentary one-year membership of credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection services through IDX.
Next Steps for Impacted Individuals
- Enroll in the free IDX credit-monitoring service using the code in your letter.
- Monitor bank, credit-card, and insurance statements for unauthorized activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit files.
- Retain all correspondence and expense receipts should you pursue a legal claim.
Potential Legal Claims
Under U.S. privacy and consumer-protection laws, organizations must safeguard personal information. Impacted students, staff, or partners may be able to:
- Seek reimbursement for out-of-pocket losses (e.g., fraudulent charges, credit-freeze fees).
- Pursue statutory damages where permitted by state law.
- Ask a court to order stronger security practices.
Consulting a qualified attorney can clarify eligibility and deadlines.
Company Overview
Clackamas Community College is a public community college serving Clackamas County, Oregon.
- Website: clackamas.edu
- Contact: clackamas.edu/about-us/contact
- Headquarters: 19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City, Oregon, United States
- Founded: 1966
- Industry: Education
- Social: Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Clackamas Community College — what should I do?
Use the enrollment code in your letter to activate free IDX credit monitoring, watch your financial statements, and store the letter for your records.
How do I submit a claim related to the Clackamas Community College data breach?
Gather evidence of any losses and consult a data-privacy attorney, who can advise on filing an individual claim or joining a class action.
What information did the Clackamas Community College breach expose?
The breach involved your name and additional personal data elements identified in the notification letter you received.
Did Clackamas Community College offer credit monitoring?
Yes. The college is providing one year of complimentary credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection through IDX.
How many people were affected by the Clackamas Community College breach?
The college has not publicly disclosed the total number of impacted individuals.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Clackamas Community College?
You can download it from the Maine or Vermont Attorney General websites using the buttons near the top of this article.
