The Ministry of Defence reported 569 data breaches in 2023-24, an increase from 550 the previous year, including incidents of lost devices and mishandled documents. A significant breach compromised the personal details of 272,000 staff due to a hack by an external contractor. The MoD was fined 350,000 for mishandling emails related to the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy. Lord Beamish, chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee, has called for explanations regarding the storage of high-security information on low-security systems, following recent exposure of sensitive data.
Over 569 data incidents occurred in the Ministry of Defence in 2023-24, revealing significant concerns about their ability to protect sensitive information securely. This is an increase from 550 incidents the previous year and includes losses of electronic devices and mishandling of protected documents.
One major breach exposed sensitive information of 272,000 staff, including names and bank details, due to a system hack by a malign actor. The contractor's responsibility in this incident raises questions about data security practices.
The Intelligence and Security Committee's chairman, Lord Beamish, has demanded accountability from the MoD, questioning the rationale behind storing high-security information on low-security systems, particularly in light of recent catastrophic data breaches.
The Ministry of Defence has faced scrutiny for data protection failures, including a 350,000 fine for a breach associated with the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy, highlighting systemic issues in handling classified information.
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