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Online security in the digital age
As digital technologies continue to develop, hackers and cybercriminals can gain access to more sophisticated tools to allow them to carry out theft, fraud and scams on their unsuspecting victims. For these criminals, personal information is a prime target, as it can be the key to financial gain. When we consider online security in the digital age, personal data is one of the key assets that must be protected.
At the same time, being a consumer in the digital age involves disclosing a significant amount of personal information to large numbers of third parties. While there should not be an inherent risk to disclosing data, it is an unfortunate fact that some third-party organisations do not take their data protection responsibilities seriously. In some cases, the errors made by data controllers can cause personal information to be exposed, compromising victims’ security.
In the Virgin Media data breach, 900,000 UK victims had their online security compromised after a database was left unsecured, making their information vulnerable to misuse. Errors such as this can have serious implications, which is why are determined to see that all Virgin Media victims receive the compensation that they deserve. You can sign up today if you believe that you may be eligible to make a claim here today.
Data breach compensation claims
We often entrust our data to third-party organisations without a second thought, sometimes taking the safety of our information for granted. Everyone has a right to expect data protection to be guaranteed but, unfortunately, data controllers can often let us down due to needless human errors or system insecurities. Where data protection negligence has occurred, victims can be eligible to pursue data breach compensation claims for any harm caused.
We believe that the Virgin Media data breach is one such instance of data protection negligence. The failure to secure a database left around 900,000 UK people vulnerable to potential data misuse by cybercriminals.
In response, we launched a group action to help as many victims as possible to claim compensation for any harm caused. Virgin Media victims do not have to suffer in silence, and we can work together to ensure that the company is held to account. We are offering No Win, No Fee representation to those affected, so what have you got to lose by making a claim today?
Employee error and data breaches
Despite the fact that major cyberattacks are often at the centre of data security headlines, a huge number of data breaches arise from human error, either directly or indirectly. In the case of data breaches in business settings, many incidents can be provoked by employee error. In the worst cases, mistakes made by employees could undermine the security of entire systems.
In the Virgin Media data breach, a security failing was responsible for the exposure of 900,000 UK consumers’ personal data, leaving them vulnerable to data misuse. In our view, the data breach cannot be blamed on a single employee, and the company as whole must bear the blame for the cybersecurity incident.
It is with this belief that we have pursued a group action against Virgin Media, aiming to hold the company to account for breaching data protection law. With our unique insight as a specialist data breach and group action firm, we want to give all those affected a chance to claim the compensation they deserve, so sign up online today to join the fight for justice.
Data breaches in the digital age
The nature of the modern business means that many different forms of company operations are conducted on digital platforms, and huge quantities of consumer data are stored in digital formats. Although technological developments have produced advanced tools to help us protect private information, the digital age still comes with data security risks, particularly in organisations that lack the skills and resources to keep personal information safe.
Stored on cloud servers and computer hard drives, personal data is an extremely valuable resource for cybercriminals, who continue to develop more sophisticated methods of hacking systems. In some cases, however, people are able to access servers and databases with relative ease, as organisations still leave holes in their cybersecurity defences.
Such was the case in the Virgin Media data breach, in which an unsecured database permitted unauthorised users to access the information of as many as 900,000 UK consumers for a ten-month period. Those who were affected could recover thousands of pounds in compensation if they join our Virgin Media group action.
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.
Make a sensitive data breach claim for the Virgin Media data breach
As a result of the Virgin Media data breach, approximately 900,000 victims had sensitive data exposed to unauthorised access. The avoidable error made by the telecommunications giant unfortunately made the victims vulnerable to potential data misuse. We believe that the data breach incident represents a clear breach of data protection law, and each affected victim could be entitled to make a sensitive data breach claim.
When we disclose our data to a third-party, we implicitly trust that it will be kept safely out of the hands of unauthorised users. The GDPR is designed to protect us to this effect but, unfortunately, some data controllers still fail to recognise that data protection is still an absolute necessity for their business.
In our Virgin Media group action, we hope to hold the company accountable for what we believe to be their negligence and send a message to other companies that data breaches will not be tolerated. If you were affected, you can sign up online today to join the fight for justice.
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.
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.
Virgin Media data breach – join our claim for compensation
The Virgin Media data breach saw the exposure of 900,000 UK people’s personal data, all of whom may be eligible to join our claim for compensation.
As specialists in data breach law, we believe that it is unacceptable that Virgin Media endangered private information, given that they have a legal duty to keep this data safe. Data controllers have an ongoing responsibility to protect the personal data entrusted to them, but too often they neglect this duty. When these organisations fail to prepare for external cybersecurity and cyber exposure threats, the blame can fall on them. They can, therefore, be held liable for the damage caused under the law.
If you were notified of your involvement in the Virgin Media data breach, you may be able to claim compensation for the harm caused – use our online form to sign up today.
