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Telenor Norge AS – €134,000 Fine (Norway, 2020)
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Telenor Norge was fined for security problems in its voice mailbox feature that put user data at risk. The Norwegian data authority found that the company did not adequately protect personal information. This case serves as a reminder for businesses to prioritize data security to avoid costly penalties.
What happened
Telenor Norge was fined for failing to secure its voice mailbox function, leading to potential data breaches.
Who was affected
Users of Telenor Norge's voice mailbox service whose personal data was at risk due to security issues.
What the authority found
The authority found that Telenor Norge violated GDPR's security requirements, leading to a significant fine.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the importance of strong data security measures for businesses. Companies should regularly assess and improve their security practices to protect user data.
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Fines for security breaches in a voice mailbox function.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Telenor Norge AS in NO
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
3 May 2020
Authority
Datatilsynet (Norway)
Fine Amount
€134,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-294
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Telenor Norge AS - Norway (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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