HHS OCR report ยท 2020
University of Utah data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- University of Utah
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Utah
- Individuals affected
- 1,909
- Submission date
- Jun 8, 2020
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), University of Utah, reported that multiple employees were the victims of an email phishing attack affecting the protected health information (PHI) of 1,909 individuals. This case was consolidated into an existing compliance investigation.
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by University of Utah
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | UT | Healthcare Provider | 6,606 | Jul 20, 2020 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| University of Utah | UT | Healthcare Provider | 5,096 | Apr 3, 2020 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the University of Utah data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 1,909 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Jun 8, 2020.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Email.
Is the investigation still open?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from University of Utah legitimate?
This site cannot verify letters. Check the sender against the organisation's official website and the HHS OCR breach portal, and avoid calling numbers or clicking links only listed in an unexpected message. See our guide on what to do after a data breach notice.
Source: HHS OCR Breach Portal, OCR export October 2026. Network USA is not affiliated with HHS or University of Utah.