A Moody Bible Institute data breach leaked personal information tied to 2.3 million people. Here’s what was taken, who was affected, and how you can reduce your risk online today.
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What Happened?
The breach affected the Chicago-based Christian school and people connected to it.
In June 2026, ShinyHunters targeted the institute in a “pay or leak” extortion campaign.
This means the group threatened to publish stolen data unless the organization paid. The stolen information was later published online.
Moody said it brought in internal and outside cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach.
The Moody Bible Institute data breach shows how personal information can create risks long after criminals steal it. Leaked details may later appear in phishing emails, fake calls, or identity theft attempts.
Your information may also have been leaked in other breaches without you realizing it.
If you are unsure whether your information was leaked, automatic monitoring can help you spot problems earlier.
Futureproof monitors your data for leaks 24/7 and helps you reduce scam risks with simple, clear steps.
Who Was Affected and What Data Was Leaked?
The breach affected donors, supporters, students, and alumni connected to Moody Bible Institute.
According to Have I Been Pwned, the data included more than 2.3 million unique email addresses.
The leaked information included:
- Full names
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Physical addresses
- Dates of birth
- Genders
- Marital statuses
This information can help criminals make phishing emails, fake calls, and identity theft attempts more convincing.
Futureproof keeps your data safer with simple guidance to set a strong password, turn on 2-step verification, and lock down your account.
Check my safetyHow Hackers Got Into Moody Bible Institute’s Systems
Moody Bible Institute has not publicly explained exactly how criminals got into its systems.
The institute also has not shared detailed technical information about the security gap.
That means the exact attack method remains unknown.
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