Category: About the Data Breach
Virgin Media data breach victims
The exposure of personal data can leave those affected with feelings of helplessness and anxiety. The knowledge that your private information could have fallen into the hands of criminals can be difficult to cope with. Virgin Media data breach victims will likely know these feelings all too well, which is why we are here to help.
After failing to secure a marketing database, Virgin Media caused the exposure of information relating to around 900,000 victims, mainly consumers. The data breach is one of the largest to hit UK victims in recent years and, in our mind, shows a complete failure to protect private information.
All companies in control of personal data are required to adhere to the GDPR in order to keep this data secure. As such, when they fail to follow these regulations, companies may be liable to pay compensation to those affected. We launched a group action to make sure Virgin Media victims have the chance to claim the compensation that they deserve.
Scammers claiming to work for Virgin Media target elderly residents
Scammers claiming to work for Virgin Media have been contacting elderly residents, and this is something to watch out for.
The theft of personal data often can facilitate scams such as this, sometimes offering criminals a wealth of contact details with which to reach their victims. Although there is currently no evidence at all linking these scammers and the event of the leaked data in the Virgin Media data breach case, it is common for scams and fraud attempts to result from such data breaches. Indeed, some hackers steal data for this exact purpose, meaning that data breach victims can be vulnerable to all kinds of cybercrime risks. As such, victims of the leak should be wary, especially as some scammers may dupe someone into handing over information on the basis that their call relates to the breach.
In the Virgin Media data breach case, victims may have already endured financial loss after being targeted by scammers, whether linked to the incident or not. Whether they have fallen victim to criminals or not, all those affected by the Virgin Media data breach have a right to claim compensation for any harm caused to them. You can join our Virgin Media group action today if you think you may have a claim to make.
Data breach victims made vulnerable to cybercriminals
Although some companies play down the risks of data breaches, it is important to remember that the exposure of a few personal details can be capable of making victims vulnerable to the work of cybercriminals.
Regardless of the length of time that data has been exposed for, people can still be at serious risk if it has got into the hands of malicious scammers or fraudsters.
Affecting approximately 900,000 UK victims, the Virgin Media data breach exposed swathes of personal data. For the victims, it was undoubtedly distressing to hear that their private information could be subjected to misuse. Having escaped enforcement action from the ICO, it is up to our group action to hold Virgin Media to account for the carelessness shown towards private data. It is unacceptable that victims have been put at risk, which is why we want to ensure that everyone affected can receive the compensation they deserve. You can use our online form today to confirm your eligibility and start your No Win, No Fee claim.
Claiming for a breach exposing sensitive data
When you are affected by a breach exposing sensitive data, the emotional and financial impact can be severe. It can be worrying to know that your private details have been released into the world, given the prevalence of increasingly sophisticated cybercrime and the threat it can pose to personal security.
On an individual level, many of us are aware of the risks and take the necessary precautions, so it is frustrating when third-party organisations fail to protect personal data on our behalf. Such was the case in the Virgin Media data breach, when what has been blamed on an internal human error caused the exposure of data belonging to 900,000 UK victims. We believe that Virgin Media should be held accountable for the negligence shown towards sensitive data, which is why we launched a group action against the company.
Thousands of claimants have already joined our action, but we want to ensure that no one misses out on their chance to claim compensation for the harm caused to them. We have made it quick and easy for victims to start a claim, so why not sign up today via our online form here.
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Warnings to victims of Virgin Media data breach
In the aftermath of a data breach, the stress of the event can make it very hard to know what to do to protect yourself. If a third-party organisation has exposed your information, it is their job to notify you of the breach and inform you of any risks that you could face. However, sometimes victims do not receive the assistance they may need. We believe that it is vital to issue thorough warnings to victims of data breaches to ensure that no further personal data is at risk, as the warnings may need to go above and beyond the usual generic information.
Victims of the Virgin Media data breach saw their personal data exposed, revealed in March last year. It was identified that an unsecured database had exposed information belonging to 900,000 people, mainly customers. If you were affected, you may be able to claim compensation on the basis that Virgin Media failed to protect your personal data.
We believe that all data controllers should be held to the stringent regulations of UK data protection law. This is why we launched a group action against Virgin Media to ensure that justice is done. Those affected can use our online form to start their claim today.
Cybersecurity training – a necessity for all organisations
With cybercrime an omnipresent threat for all organisations, cybersecurity training is an unavoidable necessity for all third parties with data handling responsibilities.
With sophisticated hacking methods and malicious software tools, many cybercriminals are at the height of their power. It can be negligent of data controllers to fail to implement appropriate cyber security measures. Unfortunately, many organisations fail in their duty of data protection, leaving personal information exposed due to their negligence.
Under the GDPR, victims of data breaches can be eligible to make a compensation claim against the organisation responsible in order to hold them accountable for their actions. We are currently pursuing justice for victims of the Virgin Media data breach, which affected 900,000 UK consumers. If you were affected, you could be entitled to recover thousands of pounds in compensation in our group action, so join online today to start your claim.
Criminals target sensitive data for misuse
One of the main costs of a data breach at any organisation can be the risk it poses to the victims, who often become vulnerable to cybercrime. In today’s digital age, personal data is a valuable resource for those wishing to commit identity theft or fraud, meaning that many criminals target sensitive data when they hack or access company systems.
In the knowledge that their databases are prime targets for cybercriminals, organisations need to be aware of the risks that they can face and take action to prevent them. Although data protection is a legal requirement for any data controller, many still fail to take their duties seriously. As such, the risk when it comes to the data security of their members, customers and employees remains a problem.
We believe that the Virgin Media data breach is one such case of data protection negligence. The victims were unnecessarily exposed to potential cybercrime risks, meaning that they may be able to claim compensation from Virgin Media. If you were notified of your involvement in the data breach, you can sign up to claim via our online form here today.
Data breach teams and the protection of personal data
While many companies assure customers that they take data protection very seriously, these promises are beginning to seem empty as more and more data breaches occur. Data breach teams, whether they are IT experts or simply nominated employees, have a duty to protect personal information through good procedures and appropriate cybersecurity, and they must also know how to respond when a data breach does occur.
It only adds insult to injury for the victims when a company flounders in the wake of a data breach.
When data breach teams prove to be unfit for purpose, it is often customers or consumers who pay the price. Virgin Media lost the trust of consumers after exposing their personal data, and we believe that the company must be held accountable for its actions. We have launched a group action in order to recover compensation for the victims, and you can start your claim today if you were affected.
Cybersecurity systems breached in data leaks
With vast quantities of private information being held in digital format, most businesses and organisations rely on cybersecurity systems to safeguard the personal data under their protection.
The advanced technology available can mean that the majority of external cybersecurity threats can be parried automatically. However, there is still an element of user operation required in the running of these systems, so human errors can sometimes create holes in cybersecurity defences.
Sometimes, a cybersecurity failure can provoke a devastating data breach, as we saw in the case of the Virgin Media data breach that exposed the information of 900,000 people. We have launched a group action to help the victims achieve justice for the risks that they have been exposed to, and many could be entitled to thousands of pounds in compensation. To claim in our group action, you can use our online sign-up form to get started on this site.
Data breaches leave victims exposed to cybercriminals
Few consumers are able to keep track of the number of third parties that they have disclosed their data to, and many will place natural trust in the ability of these third parties to protect their personal information. Unfortunately, despite the fact that we have a legal right to expect proper data protection from all companies, sometimes, this duty may be breached, often leaving victims exposed to cybercriminals.
Once personal data is released into the public domain, it can be subjected to all kinds of misuse and it can be incredibly difficult to reverse the exposure. As such, it is important that those responsible for exposing information are held to account for any damage that may be caused.
The Virgin Media data breach resulted in the victims being potentially vulnerable to several forms of cybercrime as a result of what we consider to be severe data protection negligence. Eligible claimants could be entitled to thousands of pounds in compensation, so do join today if you were affected here.
