Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit - The Cyber Security Incident Database (CSIDB)

Profile

Primary URL: hoems[.]hessen[.]de
Location: Germany
Sector: Education
Known incidents: 1 incident
Updated: 2026-10-18 05:22
Aliases: 2 aliases

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Profile narrative

The Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit (HöMS) is a higher education institution that provides academic programs and professional training in the fields of public management and security. It offers bachelor's and master's degree programmes, as well as continuing education courses, aimed at preparing students for careers in government administration, public safety, and related sectors. The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with practical exercises, reflecting its orientation as a university of applied sciences. Its primary audience includes prospective students, current public sector employees, and professionals seeking specialised qualifications.

HöMS is headquartered in Germany and operates within the state of Hesse, serving the regional public sector and security community. As a state‑funded institution, it receives financial support from the Hessian government to fulfil its educational mandate. No explicit figures regarding student enrolment or staff numbers are provided in the available sources.

The institution’s distinguishing attribute is its specialised focus on the intersection of public management and security policy, a niche that aligns with the training needs of police, emergency services, and administrative bodies. This specialisation enables HöMS to conduct applied research and develop curricula that respond to evolving regulatory and operational challenges. Its close ties with Hessian authorities facilitate the integration of real‑world case studies and practitioner expertise into the learning environment.

Structurally, HöMS is a public university of applied sciences owned and overseen by the state of Hesse, operating under the framework of German higher education law. The cyberattack reported on 8 February 2024 targeted its legacy network infrastructure, potentially exposing personal data of students, former employees, lecturers, and business partners, prompting GDPR notifications and ongoing law‑enforcement investigations.

Incidents

1 incident linked to this organisation.