Canvas (Instructure) Service Disruption and Security Incident
Davis Technical College is aware of a data security incident involving Instructure, the provider of the Canvas learning management system. This incident has affected multiple institutions nationwide.
We are actively monitoring updates from Instructure and the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) and will provide information here as it becomes available.
Incident Timeline
- May 1, 2026
- Davis Technical College received initial notification from Instructure of a data security incident involving Canvas.
- May 2–6, 2026
- Instructure reported that the incident involved certain user information (e.g., name, email address, student ID number, and Canvas messages).
- No evidence was reported indicating compromise of passwords, financial information, or government-issued identifiers.
- USHE began coordinating a system‑level response involving institutional leadership, legal, and privacy teams.
- May 7, 2026 (Afternoon)
- Canvas experienced a widespread service disruption affecting logins and access to course content.
- Users were unable to access coursework or submit assignments during this period.
- Additional activity associated with the ongoing incident was reported, and the situation remained under investigation.
- May 7, 2026 (Evening)
- Canvas service was restored.
- Users were able to log in, access course materials, and submit assignments.
- May 8, 2026 (Current Status)
- Canvas remains operational.
- The investigation by Instructure is ongoing.
- Davis Technical College continues to coordinate with USHE and monitor updates.
- What This Means for Students and Faculty
- Canvas access has been restored.
- Students who experienced issues submitting assignments should work directly with their instructors
- Instructors have been asked to provide flexibility and accommodate impacted students.
- Security Reminder
- Be cautious of phishing emails or messages related to this incident.
- Davis Technical College will never ask for your password via email.
- Avoid clicking suspicious links or attachments, and access Canvas only through the official website.