Al Akhawayn University: full database shared on DarkForums

Overview

On February 9, 2026, DarkForums user anisanas2 shared a post described as the full database of Al Akhawayn University (AUI) in Ifrane, Morocco. The thread claims to contain the authentic, verified database dump and explicitly warns that an earlier AUI breach attributed to a user named zerobytedz was fabricated with false or synthetic data.

What was published

The post describes AUI as one of Morocco's leading institutions and presents the attached data as the verified dump, validated for accuracy and completeness. No sample rows or file structure were visible in the captured portion of the thread.

Risks for affected individuals

Students, alumni and staff of Al Akhawayn University could be exposed to phishing and credential attacks if their account data is in the dump. Given the conflicting claims about this dataset, the authenticity of the data remains uncertain.

What remains unknown

• AUI has not publicly commented on either claim
• The contents of the dump were not visible in the thread
• The poster's claim of authenticity could not be independently verified

What affected people should do

Al Akhawayn students and staff should change passwords on university systems and personal accounts that share credentials. Being cautious of phishing messages referencing the university is recommended.