UK IT provider faces $7.7 million fine for 2022 ransomware breach

August 7, 2024 at 02:54PM The UK’s ICO has provisionally decided to fine Advanced Computer Software Group Ltd (Advanced) £6.09M for failing to protect the personal information of tens of thousands in a ransomware attack. The breach impacted 83,000 people and various healthcare products. The final decision is pending Advanced’s response, potentially totaling $7.74 million. … Read more

Northern Ireland police faces £750k fine after exposing staff info

May 23, 2024 at 11:52AM The UK’s ICO plans to fine PSNI £750,000 for mistakenly publishing personal details of 9,483 officers online. The incident put individuals at grave risk and forced many to alter their lives. The ICO’s lower fine considers PSNI’s budget constraints. PSNI has accepted the penalty and is making security improvements, offering … Read more

UK data watchdog wants six figures from N Ireland cops after 2023 data leak

May 23, 2024 at 04:35AM The UK’s data protection watchdog plans to fine the Police Service of Northern Ireland £750,000 over a data breach exposing officers’ information. The breach impacted 9,483 officers and resulted from an accidental release of data. The Information Commissioner’s Office emphasizes the breach’s severe impact and intends to fine the PSNI … Read more