Qdos is one of the most famous tax advisers for freelancers and contractors in the tech sector of the UK. They have now confirmed the occurrence of massive data leakage. The sensitive information of various clients of the company that fell into the wrong hands of hackers is considered a very serious incident in terms of cybersecurity and data privacy.
What Happened With The Clients of Qdos?
While using a third-party service, it was exposed to a security vulnerability that allowed hackers to access personal and institutional information belonging to clients. Many IT contractors, freelance software developers, and tech consultants in Britain are believed to be among its victims.
Type of Data Leaked?
Preliminary investigation suggests that the following types of information may have been leaked:
Full name and address
Email ID and telephone number
UK National Insurance number
Bank details and tax information
Some cases may include passport or ID documents.
Company Reaction
They expressed their sorrow about the incident and promised to put in every effort to investigate the matter promptly. The company has collected a special cyber forensic team to investigate the source and extent of the incident. Moreover, Qdos is in contact with clients affected by the incident and advising them on what to do. The company, anyway, intends to increase its defense mechanisms to prevent incidents of this nature from occurring.
Client Action Plan
Actions that every customer should take are as follows:
It is advisable to monitor your bank account's activity.
Be cautious of unsolicited emails and phone calls.
Change National Identity Card or Tax ID if required.
Involve a cybersecurity advisory for guidance and support to deter such incidents.
Data security is a major concern in the current digital era. Once again, this incident should remind every firm to remain vigilant and secure its personal information against thieves. If a big tax advisory firm such as Qdos is subject to data breaches, how secure then is the protection of customer details?
Follow our WhatsApp channel for the latest news and updates
