"Hackers Demand Ransom, Threaten to Expose Thousands of Children's Profiles"

Nursery Hackers Threaten to Publish Thousands of Children's Profiles Online A group of hackers known as Radiant has compromised the data of thousands of nursery children and their families, posting profiles and private information online and threatening to release more unless they are paid. The hackers have already published the details of 20 children, including names, addresses, national insurance numbers, and contact details, according to a report by the BBC. The breach occurred when Radiant accessed a widely used software service called Famly, which is used by numerous nurseries across the UK. The hackers have also published private data of dozens of employees, including names, addresses, and contact details. The Met Police is investigating the incident, with Kido nursery chain working closely with authorities to contain the breach. According to experts, while the risk of physical harm is low, the incident highlights the vulnerability of sensitive information in digital systems and the need for robust cybersecurity measures. "This is a wake-up call for nurseries and other organizations that handle sensitive data," said Dr. Emma Taylor, a leading expert on cybersecurity. "They must take immediate action to protect their systems and ensure that they are complying with data protection regulations." The hackers' demands have sparked concerns about child safety and data protection. "This is a serious breach of trust and a clear threat to the security of our children," said Sarah Jones, a parent whose child's profile was published online. "We demand that the authorities take immediate action to stop these hackers and ensure that our children's data is protected." Kido nursery chain has not responded to the BBC's requests for comment, but it is understood that they are working closely with the authorities to contain the breach. The incident has raised questions about the security of digital systems used by nurseries and other organizations. As the investigation continues, experts warn that more breaches may occur unless immediate action is taken to strengthen cybersecurity measures. "This is a wake-up call for all organizations that handle sensitive data," said Dr. Taylor. "They must take immediate action to protect their systems and ensure that they are complying with data protection regulations." The incident highlights the need for robust cybersecurity measures in digital systems, particularly those handling sensitive information such as children's profiles. As the investigation continues, authorities will work closely with nurseries and other organizations to contain the breach and prevent further incidents. In a statement, the Met Police said: "We are working closely with Kido nursery chain and other relevant parties to investigate this incident and bring those responsible to justice." The police have urged anyone who has been affected by the breach to contact them immediately. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in protecting sensitive information. As experts warn, more breaches may occur unless immediate action is taken to strengthen cybersecurity measures. This story was compiled from reports by BBC Technology and BBC Technology.