In light of recent publicity regarding a cyberattack impacting the Legal Aid Agency’s online digital services, we would like to reassure you that this incident is unrelated our own systems.
However, we are closely monitoring the situation and remain vigilant as developments unfold.
The Legal Aid Agency has taken immediate action to secure their systems and is working in collaboration with national authorities, including the National Crime Agency and the National Cyber Security Centre. They have informed the public that personal and financial data of individuals who applied for legal aid since 2010 may have been compromised.
We encourage individuals who may have been affected by this incident to remain vigilant for any for any suspicious activity and to take the necessary steps to protect their personal information.
If you have concerns about your personal data or need guidance on how to safeguard yourself from the effects of the cyber incident, please visit the National Cyber Security Centre website at National Cyber Security Centre – NCSC.GOV.UK and the Legal Aid Agency official page regarding the cyber incident at https://www.gov.uk/government/news/legal-aid-agency-data-breach
