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Bergen Municipality – €276,000 Fine (Norway, 2020)
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Bergen Municipality reported a data breach involving its communication tool 'Vigilo', which was not properly secured. The Datatilsynet found that the municipality failed to protect personal data from security threats, leading to a significant fine. This case shows the importance of securing tools that handle sensitive information.
What happened
Bergen Municipality experienced a data breach due to inadequate security measures in its communication tool 'Vigilo'.
Who was affected
Students and parents using the 'Vigilo' tool for communication with schools.
What the authority found
The Datatilsynet found that Bergen Municipality did not adequately protect personal data, violating GDPR requirements for security.
Why this matters
This case highlights the need for municipalities and organizations to prioritize data security in their tools. It serves as a warning that failure to secure personal data can lead to significant penalties.
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In October 2019, the Data Protection Authority was informed by the Municipality of Bergen about a data breach in connection with the municipality's tool for communication between school and home called 'Vigilo'. This tool contained a module that allowed school and parents to communicate via a portal or app but that had not been secured properly to ensure the protection of personal data against security threats.
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No other enforcement actions found for Bergen Municipality in NO
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
3 September 2020
Authority
Datatilsynet (Norway)
Fine Amount
€276,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Bergen Municipality - Norway (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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