This guidance explains when and how to share information with the police. Disclosure is allowed in emergencies, when required by law, or in the public interest. In all other cases, a properly completed Schedule 2 Data Protection Act form must be provided. All disclosures must be documented and limited to necessary, specific information.
Insider threats occur when employees misuse access to steal or leak data, causing legal, financial, and reputational damage. This article from Debra Cairns examines three UK cases, ICO responses, warning signs, and effective data loss protection measures.
In this article, Debra Cairns of Net Defence outlines five practical, budget-friendly actions law firms can take today to strengthen their cyber security posture; covering backup, phishing, password protection, mobile safety, and basic technical controls.
Spencer West are pleased to provide Law Firms with a free webinar about the handling of subject access requests. Guided by specialist speaker Kristy Gouldsmith.
The UK legal sector faces growing cyber threats, from ransomware to insider risks. With 70% of data loss caused by human error or negligence, firms must take action. Debra Cairns of Net-Defence highlights the importance of safeguarding sensitive data, addressing both internal and external threats, and managing supply chain vulnerabilities.
In this article Hong Tran of Accesspoint discussed why law firms should plan to transition from legacy PCMS, especially client-server models, as cloud solutions grow dominant. Planning ensures a move on favourable terms, avoiding forced transitions due to data access issues or rising costs. Find out how Accesspoint can help with this move.
Atlas Cloud’s recent audit of 5,140 UK law firms has identified the top 200 for cyber security competence, underscoring the sector’s vulnerability to cyber threats. Law firms that prioritize cyber security not only protect client data but also gain a competitive edge by enhancing trust and reputation. Read for more commentary on the matter from Pete Watson
Ever received a hefty £100 parking fine from a private company and wondered how they got your details? The answer is simple: Yes, the DVLA can share your data with private car parking companies. In this article Kristy Gouldsmith works through the legal precedent the DVLA has to enforce fines and the ICO involvement in regulating data protection.
In this article Pete Watson further discusses findings from Atlas Cloud’s Cyber Security study including key reasons why law firms are missing out on the benefits of being Cyber Essentials accredited.
If you’ve received a Subject Access Request (SAR), don’t push it aside—prompt action is crucial. Kristy Gouldsmith provides a guide to help; including an explanation of what an SAR is, steps to manage them and the complications that can arise.
A recent study by Atlas Cloud, auditing over 5,000 UK-based law firms, reveals concerning cyber security vulnerabilities. Nearly three-quarters of firms have had employee passwords leaked into public sources, exposing them to potential criminal exploitation. Shockingly, fewer than half of these firms have implemented a key protective measure to prevent domain hijacking. In this article Pete Watson goes on to discuss the findings of the study and highlights the urgent need for the legal sector to strengthen cyber security measures to safeguard against increasing digital threats.
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