<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>The UK watchdog, ICO, has fined 23andMe 2.31 million for failing to protect personal information following a 2023 data breach.</li><li>Hackers accessed 23andMe user data in a cyberattack, affecting 0.1% of the customer base.</li><li>Sensitive information like ancestry profiles was exposed due to the breach.</li><li>The investigation found 'serious security failings' in 23andMe's actions post-breach.</li><li>The company delayed initiating a full investigation post-cyberattack, confirming the breach only after data was advertised for sale.</li><li>The breach exposed personal information, family histories, and health conditions of many UK users.</li><li>Failure to protect the data left individuals vulnerable to exploitation and harm.</li><li>The watchdog described the breach as profoundly damaging, impacting thousands of people in the UK.</li><li>Affected individuals should remain cautious of unexpected communications following the breach.</li></ul>

UK watchdog hits 23andMe with multi-million pound fine over 2023 data breach

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