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Fort Scott Community College Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Fort Scott Community College data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott Community College is a public community college located in Fort Scott, Kansas. Established in 1919, it is recognized as the oldest public community college in the state. The college serves the southeast Kansas area, offering more than 35 academic programs including associate degrees, certificates and technical education in fields like agriculture, nursing, welding and more.
FSCC operates a main campus in Fort Scott and several satellite locations in Pittsburg, Frontenac, Paola and Hillsdale.
What Happened?
On Nov. 23, 2025, Fort Scott Community College discovered suspicious activity on its computer systems. The college isolated the affected systems and brought in IT professionals and a third-party cybersecurity firm to investigate.
The investigation revealed that an unauthorized party had accessed data stored on the college’s systems, potentially exposing personal information.
After a thorough review, FSCC finalized its list of affected individuals on Jan. 30, 2026.
Written notification was sent to those impacted on Feb. 23, 2026. The breach affected 4,016 people in the United States, including one Maine resident.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Financial account information
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were impacted by the Fort Scott Community College data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Laws protect individuals whose personal information has been compromised due to a company’s failure to safeguard data. Lawyers are investigating this incident and can help you determine your eligibility and next steps.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit related to this breach, complete the below form. Lawyers are ready to answer your questions and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
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