Virgin Media data leak: improper access to records

The Virgin Media data leak that was discovered in early 2020 was an example of the improper access to records and how this can cause distress to those who are affected.

As a result of this data breach, we launched a Group Action where we represent thousands of people as a leading firm of privacy claims specialists operating in England and Wales. Eligible clients are being represented on a No Win, No Fee basis to allow for a stress-free process for them.

Find out if you are still in time to join the group action if you are one of the 900,000 people affected by this breach by completing a few simple forms here now.

About the Virgin Media data leak

The Virgin Media data leak was a significant example of the improper access to records that occurred for a 10-month period between April 2019 and February 2020. The issue arose from a database that had been incorrectly configured and had been left accessible online. It took a third party security researcher to find and identify the problem.

The database contained the information for mainly customers and accounted for some 900,000 people. The information contained in the database was personal information that people had the right to control over. In some cases, there was also information about contracts and requests to block or unblock explicit websites.

During the breach period, it was discovered that at least one unknown third party had accessed the information. This means that the risks arising from the improper access to records that were involved in this data breach could be significant.

Claiming compensation for the improper access to records

A victim who has suffered any distress that has been caused by the improper access to records and the subsequent loss of control of information could be entitled to pursue a claim for data breach compensation. In a case like the Virgin Media data leak where many people were affected, claims can be grouped together in a single group action for the efficient pursuit of damages.

We represent thousands of people who were affected by the Virgin Media data leak and we are representing them on a No Win, No Fee basis. This can allow for a stress-free process where we can waive our legal fees if the case does not succeed, subject to the agreed terms and conditions in place.

Are you still in time to claim?

The Virgin Media data leak occurred several years ago and we are now at a stage where we cannot guarantee that anybody looking to pursue a claim now will be able to do so. Some time limits will have been deemed as already passed, but you may still be eligible to pursue a case and you should always submit a claim to us to allow us to determine if we can help you or not.

Ultimately, if you do not pursue a claim, you could risk losing thousands of pounds in damages. Trust us when we tell you that a lot of people will approach us once a claim deadline has passed, particularly when settlements occur. Unfortunately for many people, we are unable to help them at all. As such, make sure you do not miss out and find out if you are still in time to claim by completing a few simple forms on our website here now.

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