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DfE Data Security Incident: Personal Data Compromised

DfE Data Security Incident: Personal Data Compromised

First seen 12 Nov 2026, 16:49 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 16:50 UTC
  • •Unauthorized access to DfE's Customer Help Portal and Turing Scheme Portal.
  • •Personal data of individuals who contacted DfE may have been published online.
  • •NCSC advises vigilance against phishing and suspicious communications.

The UK Department for Education (DfE) reported a data security incident involving unauthorized access to its Customer Help Portal and Turing Scheme Portal. Data published online may include names, job titles, email addresses, phone numbers, and business addresses of individuals who contacted the DfE through these portals. No passwords or bank details were compromised. The DfE has notified the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and is collaborating with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the National Crime Agency (NCA) to address the incident. Affected individuals are advised to remain vigilant against phishing attempts and to verify any communications through official channels. The portals have since been restored and are operating normally.

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Timeline

2026-11-12
DfE reports data security incident
DfE confirmed unauthorized access to its portals, affecting personal data of individuals who contacted them.
Nasuwt.Uk
2026-11-12
Customer Help Portal restored
Both the Customer Help Portal and Turing Scheme portal were taken offline for investigation but have since been restored.
customerhelp.education.gov.uk

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Common questions

Who is affected by the data breach?
Individuals who contacted the DfE through the Customer Help Portal or Turing Scheme Portal may be affected.
What type of data was compromised?
The compromised data may include names, job titles, email addresses, phone numbers, and business addresses.
What actions should affected individuals take?
Affected individuals should remain vigilant for phishing attempts and verify communications through official DfE channels.