Summit College

The ransomware group Kairos listed Summit College, a career-focused college operating at summitcollege.edu, on its dark web leak site in late August 2025, claiming it had stolen roughly 370 GB of data from the school. The indexed dataset tied to this listing contains 92,552 rows, with an estimated attack date of August 28, 2025. Kairos reportedly threatened to publish the stolen data unless a ransom was paid, and screenshots it posted appear to show student identification documents, transcripts, and financial records.

Limited public reporting: As of September 25, 2026, detailed company notices or major news coverage for this listing were limited in sources reviewed. The facts below rely primarily on the indexed fields plus any secondary sources cited.

August 28, 2025: The Kairos ransomware group added Summit College to its dark web leak portal, claiming to have exfiltrated 370 GB of data and threatening publication within days unless a ransom was paid, according to Dark Web Informer and hookphish.

August 29, 2025: Breachsense recorded the breach against summitcollege.edu and attributed it to KAIROS, per its breach report.

What Information Was Compromised?

Our analysis found the following data types in this breach: names, Social Security numbers, email addresses, and phone numbers. The investigation team has not confirmed how many of each type appear in the dataset, so the volume of each category remains unknown.

The Kairos group's leak site postings, as reported by Dark Web Informer, also displayed student identification documents, class records, financial statements, and staff data among the leaked screenshots.

Not every individual is affected by every type of data listed here.

What Are the Potential Risks for Affected Individuals?

Social Security numbers combined with names and contact details are the raw material for identity theft. Someone with that combination can attempt to open credit accounts, file fraudulent tax returns, or impersonate victims with financial institutions. Because the dataset includes phone numbers, people whose information is in the breach may also face targeted text message phishing, sometimes called smishing, that references the college to appear legitimate.

Students and staff should also expect an increase in phishing emails. Attackers who hold real names and school affiliations can craft messages that look convincing, for example fake financial aid or billing notices. The leaked records may also circulate on forums and in future compilation datasets, extending the risk well beyond the initial attack.

What Should You Do If You Were Affected?

Place a fraud alert with one of the three major credit bureaus, which will notify the other two, or consider a credit freeze for stronger protection.

Monitor your credit reports and bank statements regularly and dispute any account activity you do not recognize.

Be cautious with unexpected calls, texts, or emails that mention the college, payments, or personal records, and avoid clicking links or sharing information in response.

If you receive an IRS notice about a return you did not file, respond to it promptly and consider filing an IRS Identity Theft Affidavit.

Use unique passwords and enable multi-factor authentication on any accounts tied to the college, including student portals and email.