Potential Consequences and Legal Considerations: BleepingComputer suggests that if the leak does not cause significant business damage to Nickelodeon, the company may avoid legal repercussions related to the unauthorized distribution of copyright-protected intellectual property. While sharing personally identifiable information is illegal, cybercriminals often engage in data theft and related illicit activities regardless. Nickelodeon’s focus will likely be on strengthening its security measures to prevent future breaches and protect sensitive data.
