Denmark investigates breach exposing data of 8.8 million people
Denmark is investigating unauthorized access to its Central Person Register that exposed personal information belonging to about 8.8 million people, authorities said Monday.
The information accessed included names, addresses, CPR identification numbers and other information. The affected records include people currently living in Denmark as well as some who have died or moved abroad, explaining why the number exceeds the country’s population of roughly six million. The register holds records for about 11 million people.
Authorities said unidentified individuals exploited a Danish company’s legitimate ability to search the CPR system. The unauthorized searches occurred during September and irregular activity was detected on October 2. The company’s access has since been blocked.
An initial review found that names and addresses belonging to people enrolled in Denmark’s name and address …