Breach Notice Tracker Updated October 26, 2026

Columbia University Data Breach Settlement: claim deadline January 21, 2027

Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York. Cyberattack by an unauthorized third party in May 2025.

Open Claim deadline: January 21, 2027

Organization
Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York
Case
In re Columbia University Data Breach Litigation, Case No. 1:25-cv-05541 (PKC) (U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York)
Incident
Cyberattack by an unauthorized third party in May 2025
Other dates
Exclusion and objection deadline: December 22, 2026. Final approval hearing: February 23, 2027.

Official settlement website

Questions

What is the claim deadline for the Columbia University Data Breach Settlement?

The claim deadline is January 21, 2027, according to the official settlement website (https://www.columbiauniversitydatasettlement.com/), checked on October 26, 2026. Deadlines can change, so confirm on the official site.

Who can file a claim in the Columbia University settlement?

Generally, people in the settlement class: Cyberattack by an unauthorized third party in May 2025. Usually that means people who were sent a notice about that incident. The official site explains exactly who qualifies.

Does it cost anything to file?

No. Official settlement websites never charge a fee to file a claim. Be careful of look-alike sites and file only through the official settlement website.

Other open data breach settlements

Dates checked on October 26, 2026 against the official settlement website. See settlement deadlines this month or all settlements. Got a breach letter? Read what to do after a data breach notice.

Not legal advice. Listing a settlement does not mean you qualify.