UK government considers liability for software cyber breaches

The 2026 UK budget signals a review of who should be held responsible when software products cause cyber incidents, moving beyond voluntary security codes.

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What happened

The review could lead to new legal duties for software providers.
No timeline or specific proposals were detailed.

Why it matters

Software vendors should anticipate possible statutory duties and monitor forthcoming guidance, while buyers may need to reassess contract risk allocations.

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UK to look at making software companies liable for cyber breaches
28 Oct 2026
https://therecord.media/uk-budget-proposal-software-companies-liable-cyber-breaches
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