Data protection and compliance
Computer Misuse Act
The UK law that makes it a crime to access computer systems or data without permission, or to impair how they work.
A plain-English explanation of how this usually works, not legal advice. Rules differ between countries and change over time, so check your own situation. Disclaimer.
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Logging in with a former colleague's password is a Computer Misuse Act offence.
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