UK Visa Portal Leaks Thousands of Applicant Documents

A third-party website involved in the UK's visa application process has inadvertently exposed thousands of sensitive documents, including passports and selfies, belonging to applicants. The breach occurred due to a security vulnerability within the portal. Instead of promptly addressing the leak and securing the data, the company responsible has reportedly engaged legal counsel, raising further concerns about the handling of this significant data privacy incident and the potential implications for affected individuals.