Canvas Security Incident

Update: Canvas LMS Temporarily Offline

Cal State East Bay

Canvas has been temporarily taken offline as a precautionary cybersecurity measure affecting parts of the CSU system.

Faculty are being asked to contact students directly with instructions regarding assignments, exams, or alternative course arrangements if needed. Please continue checking your ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ email for updates from your instructors and the university. 

May 7, 2026 7:00PM



Notice: Canvas LMS is Currently Unavailable Due to a Cybersecurity Incident 

SFBRN

The CSU and SFBRN have been informed that the threat actor “ShinyHunters” has escalated its attack on Instructure. As a result, Canvas is currently offline for all three SFBRN campuses, and since then, all access to Canvas has been shut down.

The Chancellor’s Office has convened an emergency meeting, and we are coordinating with our Academic Affairs partners to communicate updates and guidance to faculty and students.

ITS will continue to share information as it becomes available. 

May 7, 2026 2:00PM