Category: Virgin Media Compensation Action
Impact of the loss of control for data breach victims
In the wake of a data breach, victims can experience significant stress and anxiety due to the knowledge that their information is no longer safe. The impact of the loss of control of personal information can be very severe for some, contributing to a huge loss of trust in third-party data controllers. Fortunately, this is a factor that can be considered in data breach compensation claims.
Following the Virgin Media data breach, many victims have been emotionally affected by their inability to regain control over their personal data, which we say was caused by the company’s negligence. When we disclose personal information, we expect the data controller to protect it in our stead, but Virgin Media failed in this duty.
It is for this reason that victims of the Virgin Media data breach can be eligible to make compensation claims. If you have been notified of your involvement, you may be eligible to join our group action today via our simple sign-up form.
Data breaches in the age of cybercrime
In our current age of cybercrime, businesses and consumers are constantly having to manage the data security risks. When we disclose personal information to a third party, we implicitly trust that they will protect this data, but this is not always the case. Despite being conscious of the ever-evolving threats of cybercrime, some data controllers have yet to adapt to the new challenges that they face.
Arguably, cybercriminals have made even greater advances during the Covid-19 pandemic, with companies struggling to catch up. It may take increased pressure from regulators and consumers to ensure that companies implement further data protection measures.
Virgin Media is one company that has failed to protect people’s data, leaving it open to misuse by all manner of cybercriminals. In our group action, anyone who was affected can sign up to claim compensation and hold Virgin Media to account.
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.
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.
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.
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.
