How much

Unknown.

Why

An unencrypted USB stick containing records relating to patients and employees of Arthur House Dental Care was found in a public place. A number of spreadsheets containing personal data stored on the device were password protected.

Regulator

ICO

Regulatory action

Undertaking issued to ensure that all portable media devices used to store and transport personal data are sufficiently encrypted. Staff must be trained not to take data off site unless necessary.

Reason for action

The memory stick had been utilised as a temporary back-up solution when the existing electronic back-up system at the practice failed. As a result of the back-up failure the memory stick was moved from the dental practice to the data controller’s home for safekeeping on a number of occasions. It is likely the memory stick was lost in transit.

When

01 March 2012.

Links

View PDF of the Dr. Previnder Sanghera Undertaking (Via ICO Website)

View PDF of the Dr. Previnder Sanghera Undertaking (Breach Watch Archive)