MIT IS&T experienced a major incident on May 6, 2026 affecting Canvas, lasting 8d 6h. The incident has been resolved; the full update timeline is below.
Affected components
Update timeline
- investigating May 06, 2026, 12:41 PM UTC
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.
- investigating May 07, 2026, 09:01 PM UTC
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.
- monitoring May 08, 2026, 01:06 PM UTC
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.
- resolved May 14, 2026, 07:00 PM UTC
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