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UK cyber pledge draws 60 firms, including Capita despite past breaches

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Register ·

The UK government's new cyber pledge has secured 60 signatories, including Marks & Spencer and Capita. Capita's inclusion is notable given its history of major data breaches. The pledge aims to improve corporate cyber hygiene but critics question its enforceability.

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The pledge's credibility is undermined by Capita's participation, highlighting the gap between signing up and actual security posture.
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