Data of 8.8 million Danes leaked through trusted portal
The Danish government confirmed that a data breach involving approximately 8.8 million people in the country's civil registry lasted for about 10 days in September, resulting in unauthorized access to names, addresses, and personal identification numbers through an authorized private company. The breach was discovered when an unexpected employee noticed unusual behavior within the system, leading to the suspension of the company's access. However, the incident raises concerns about weak security measures, especially since the law permits legitimate companies to access specific data using identification numbers. The risks include fraud and phishing attacks, but sensitive systems such as the "MitID" digital identity system have not been affected so far. An investigation is ongoing, and the reasons behind the breach remain unclear, with ongoing debates about its extent and who is responsible for the vulnerability.
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