A UK provider of criminal record checks, APCS, experienced a data breach through a cyber attack on its third-party developer, Intradev. The incident has compromised personal data such as passports, driving licenses, and NI details, raising concerns about data security and breach response. #Intradev #APCS #DataBreach #CyberIncident
Keypoints
- APCS notified customers of a data breach caused by a cyber attack on Intradev.
- The breach involved unauthorized access to personal information including passports and NI numbers.
- Intradev detected the attack on August 4 and is investigating the scope and impact.
- The incident is being treated as a significant IT event with ongoing containment efforts.
- The UK ICO is investigating the breach, with authorities involved in the response.
Read More: https://www.theregister.com/2025/08/22/apcs_breach/