Cyberport recently announced that it discovered that some computer files were locked in mid-August. It is suspected that an unauthorized third party has invaded some of Cyberport’s computer systems. It has called the police and shut down the affected computer equipment. At the same time, with the assistance of network security experts Detailed investigation is carried out below. However, according to the website of the hacker group Trigona (12th), more than 400GB of personal data obtained from the Cyberport system has been “released.” It is understood that the information is currently only available on the dark web.
Cyberport’s HR department is rumored to have become a “super disaster area” and employee dismissal records have been leaked
Among them, Li Sicong, co-founder of the blockchain service company Fraktiq, posted on his personal social page and attached a screenshot of the dark web obtained by a friend. He bluntly said that it was a very serious privacy leak. “Cyberport’s own HR (Human Resources) ) is a super hard-hit area. HR alone occupies 86GB. The content is very exaggerated, including ID cards, MPF, and even records of when they were fired.” It is recommended that Cyberport employees who joined the company in 2021 and are currently working pay attention.
Cyberport: People who may be affected have been contacted directly and provided assistance
Due to the seriousness of the data leakage, it has attracted attention from all walks of life. Cyberport issued a press release in response, stating that it has noticed further information on the dark web that may be related to the incident. As for the current investigation results, the information includes personal names and contact information, information of employees, former employees and job applicants, as well as a small amount of credit card information. Cyberport said it has directly contacted those who may be affected and will provide it to them free of charge. The identity monitoring service, which is run by professional security consultants, calls on affected people to be more vigilant and guard against theft of personal information.
Pay attention to 2 major details when applying for a job to protect personal privacy
A large number of netizens joined the discussion, saying bluntly that “we are preparing for a showdown on equal work but not equal pay” and even ridiculing “the transparency is so high.”However, with the development of technology, it is becoming more and more difficult to prevent the leakage of personal information. Especially during the job search process, workers must submit personal information. If unfortunately, the company’s information is leaked, it is difficult to stay away. Therefore, inWhen applying for a job, you must pay attention to two major details to try your best to protect your personal privacy and avoid losses:
1. The Company’s Policy on Collection and Processing of Applicants’ Personal Data
Companies generally include a “Personal Data Collection Statement” when recruiting to inform job seekers of matters related to the company’s collection and processing of personal data. Job seekers may wish to spend some time to understand the “Personal Data Collection Statement”, clarify the purpose of the company’s collection of personal data, including whether personal data will be transferred to which categories of people or organizations, and ensure that they have the right to access and correct personal data.
2. How long the company retains job applicants’ personal data
According to the “Guidelines for Employers and Human Resources Managers”, employers can retain the personal data of job applicants (including unsuccessful candidates) for no more than 2 years, starting from the date of unsuccessful job applicants, and must destroy the relevant data thereafter. However, if the employer has specific reasons to retain the data for a longer period of time, or obtains the consent of the job seeker, the employer can retain the data for a longer period of time. The length of time is generally subject to mutual agreement.
source:Cyberport Announcement、Liandeng discussion forum、FB@Louis Li Li Sicong、Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong “Guidelines for Employers and Human Resources Managers”
2023-09-14 10:14:36
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