How much

160 records.

Why

An unencrypted USB memory stick used as a backup and transfer device by an employee was lost on the Isle of Man.

Regulator

ICO

Regulatory action

Undertaking issued to ensure that all personal media devices used to store or transport personal data are sufficiently encrypted.

Reason for action

The data controller acted swiftly to ascertain exactly what data was on the missing USB stick and appropriate support was provided to the effected subjects, No reports of adverse consequences from the data loss have been received.

When

18 January 2012.

Links

View PDF of the Praxis Care Limited Undertaking (Via ICO Website)

View PDF of the Praxis Care Limited Undertaking (Breach Watch Archive)