UK watchdog reprimands firms over 2024 ransomware attack exposing children's data

The UK Information Commissioner's Office reprimanded Ogi Networks Limited and Data Cymru for a 2024 ransomware attack that compromised children's data, citing the use of a weak password ('Password1') on an old account. The incident underscores persistent cybersecurity failures in data protection, with regulatory action but no fine, indicating a reputational and compliance risk for the firms.

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