|

Can a Data Processor Cause a Breach and are you Still Liable?

ByPrivacyiQ

You can outsource processing, but not responsibility. Here’s what to do if your vendor causes a breach.

If your third-party processor causes a breach, you are still the controller — and responsible under UK GDPR.

Key steps to protect yourself:

  • Use strong contracts with processors
  • Vet security practices before onboarding
  • Require breach notification clauses

Outsourcing doesn’t mean offloading accountability. Choose vendors who take GDPR seriously.

Similar Posts

Wooden letter tiles spell 'Breach' against a blurred natural background, concept of security or violation.
|

The 72-Hour Rule: When and How to Notify the ICO

ByPrivacyiQ

Fail to notify the ICO of a notifiable breach within 72 hours, and your risk of fines increases. Here’s what to know. When a personal data breach occurs and is likely to result in a hig risk to individuals, you must notify the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) within 72 hours of becoming aware. Your report…

Mysterious figure wearing a Guy Fawkes mask, illuminated by computer screens in a dark room.
| |

Breach Risk Increases With Ageing Data

ByPrivacyiQ

The older the data, the more dangerous it becomes. Here’s why ageing data is a hidden security risk. Most cyber breaches don’t happen with fresh data — they happen with old, forgotten, poorly protected files. Why? Retention = risk control. Regularly deleting old personal data significantly reduces the impact of a breach — both legally…