Vodafone España, S.A.U. – €42,000 Fine (Spain, 2020)
General GDPR enforcement action
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Vodafone España, S.A.U. faced a fine after a customer could access third-party data in their personal profile. This incident raised concerns about how well the company protects user information. It serves as a warning for businesses to ensure that personal data is kept secure and private.
What happened
A customer accessed unauthorized third-party data in their personal Vodafone profile.
Who was affected
Customers of Vodafone España, S.A.U. whose data security was compromised.
What the authority found
The authority determined that Vodafone España, S.A.U. did not demonstrate adequate security measures to protect personal data.
Why this matters
This case highlights the need for companies to implement robust security protocols to prevent unauthorized access. It shows that failing to protect user data can lead to significant penalties.
GDPR Articles Cited
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The complainant had access to third party data in his personal Vodafone profile.
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Fine
€42K
Details
Fine Date
14 February 2020
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€42,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-210
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Vodafone España, S.A.U. - Spain (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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