Stephen Davis, of Elgin Wood, Killarney Road, Bray, Co Wicklow, leaves Dublin District Court after being charged with hacking and harassment. Photograph: Collins CourtsA university archaeology lecturer has appeared in court on more than 140 charges of hacking students’ personal data and harassment. University College Dublin (UCD) assistant professor Stephen Davis (53) is accused of using “a piece of software to steal students’ passwords and access their accounts”. It is alleged he “did without lawful authority or reasonable excuse, intentionally access an information system by infringing a security measure”. The court heard Davis was cautioned and indicated he understood the caution and the reason for his arrest.

Source: The Irish Times March 20, 2026 12:53 UTC