Major incident

MIT: Nationwide Canvas Security Incident

Affected: Canvas

Current status of MIT: Operational — live MIT status

Timeline

1. May 6, 2026, 12:41 UTC
   investigating
   We are aware of a nationwide security incident involving Canvas and are actively monitoring updates from Instructure while assessing any potential impact to our environment. This incident originates with the vendor and is affecting multiple institutions; it is not the result of an issue within our local systems. Canvas remains available and operational for users. We are continuing to review information from the vendor and will share updates as more details become available, including any recommended actions or guidance.
2. May 7, 2026, 21:01 UTC
   investigating
   Due to a nationwide security incident involving Canvas that is affecting multiple institutions, Canvas is currently unavailable. The issue originates with the vendor and is not the result of an issue within MIT’s local systems. We are actively monitoring updates and will share additional information as it becomes available.
3. May 8, 2026, 13:06 UTC
   monitoring
   Canvas access has been restored and classes may resume normal use of the platform. We will continue to monitor the situation and coordinate with the vendor regarding the ongoing security incident.
4. May 14, 2026, 19:00 UTC
   resolved
   Canvas is operational. We continue to monitor the ongoing security incident involving Canvas and its vendor, Instructure. At this time, we do not have information indicating that MIT data has been publicly released; however, our review and coordination with the vendor remain ongoing. Additional updates can be found at: https://ist.mit.edu/canvasupdate

Updates as published by MIT (original).