The UK has experienced a series of cyber attacks affecting major public and private sector organizations. The Legal Aid Agency disclosed a data breach in April that compromised the personal information of millions of Britons who applied for legal aid in the last 15 years. Cybersecurity experts warn that insufficient investment has left large organizations vulnerable to attacks, with the legal aid sector highlighted as a particularly soft target. Separately, Marks & Spencer (M&S), a $19 billion UK retailer, suffered a cyber attack through a third-party contractor via email phishing, leading to customer data breaches and a potential financial impact estimated at £300 million. M&S has urged customers to remain vigilant against email scams but stated there is no need to change passwords immediately. The retailer is also facing a lawsuit related to the data breach. Additionally, suppliers for Tesco and Sainsbury's have been targeted in recent cyber incidents. UK businesses have been criticized by GCHQ for ignoring free cybersecurity advice amid these ongoing threats. The wave of cyber attacks has raised concerns about the broader vulnerability of the UK's digital infrastructure and consumer trust in online payments.