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AH had to report a hack due to new cyber legislation: 'Responsibility extends further'

NOS Nieuws ·
AH had to report a hack due to new cyber legislation: 'Responsibility extends further'
Albert Heijn's cyberattack is among the first major incidents reported under new cybersecurity laws that took effect in August, requiring organizations to report significant attacks and holding executives accountable for cybersecurity failures.

Summary

Albert Heijn reported a cyberattack, marking one of the first major incidents under new cybersecurity legislation effective since August. This law mandates thousands of organizations to report significant cyber incidents and holds executives personally liable for inadequate cybersecurity measures. Executives can be held personally liable for cybersecurity failures. Companies must report significant cyber incidents within 24 hours.

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