Canvas was recently subject to a data breach, and data such as names, email addresses, and the contents of personal messages have been exposed. It is likely that students and staff who use Canvas at Chalmers have been affected.
Chalmers uses the learning management system Canvas, a cloud-based service for information and communication regarding programmes and courses. The platform is used by thousands of educational institutions around the world.
Chalmers takes the situation seriously, is monitoring it closely, and is in dialogue with the supplier. Chalmers has activated its incident management procedures, which include informing those affected and reporting the incident to the relevant authorities.
The learning platform is an essential part of Chalmers’ educational operations, and in the short term there are no alternatives to this service. The service is currently operating as normal. As a precaution, Chalmers advises users to be mindful of what they write in personal messages. There is no information to suggest that passwords have been compromised.
Chalmers will provide further information as soon as possible.