LMU Munich confirms unauthorized access to student enrollment records

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) reported that an unidentified hacker accessed personal enrollment data, covering names, birth dates, contact information and bank details, and potentially health-insurance numbers. Additional records that might be affected include Bafög information, prior academic qualifications and details relevant to student leave, though exam scores and course content remain untouched. The university shut down the affected system promptly, preventing further manipulation and securing already submitted enrollments.

Ongoing investigations aim to determine the number of individuals impacted, and no signs of data being posted or exploited have been detected so far. Specialists are watching relevant dark-net portals, and LMU advises affected persons to be cautious with emails and avoid sharing bank details or passwords.