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Ferry passengers hit by data breach during sailing

By Source BBC News Published

P&O Ferries has launched an investigation after a data breach on a Calais to Dover sailing inadvertently exposed the personal information of passengers to other customers onboard.

Key Points

  • The data breach occurred on Monday, August 31, 2026, during a cross-Channel ferry crossing.
  • A link containing sensitive passenger information was mistakenly shared with a group of other travelers.
  • P&O Ferries is currently contacting all individuals impacted by the security incident to provide updates.
  • The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has been notified and is currently assessing the details provided by the operator.

Why it Matters

This incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with data handling and the strict regulatory requirements for reporting privacy breaches within 72 hours. The ICO's involvement underscores the importance of maintaining robust security protocols to protect consumer information in the travel and transport sector.
BBC News Published by Simon Jones; Tanya Gupta - South East
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