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BRAbank ASA – €39,700 Fine (Norway, 2021)
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BRAbank ASA was fined after a data breach allowed customers to see each other's personal information on their website. The Norwegian Data Protection Authority found that the bank did not follow proper risk assessment procedures before launching the portal. This case shows the importance of securing customer data to prevent unauthorized access.
What happened
BRAbank ASA reported a data breach where customers could view other customers' credit terms and address information.
Who was affected
Customers who accessed the 'My Page' section of the bank's website were affected by the breach.
What the authority found
The Data Protection Authority ruled that BRAbank ASA failed to comply with GDPR's requirements for risk assessment and technical measures.
Why this matters
This incident highlights the necessity for companies to conduct thorough risk assessments before launching online services. It serves as a warning that neglecting security can lead to significant penalties.
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The Norwegian DPA (Datatilsynet) has imposed a fine of EUR 39,700 on BRAbank ASA. The controller had reported a data breach to the DPA on September 6, 2019. On the controller's website, some customers were able to view other customers' data on the 'My Page' section. These included credit terms and address information of other customers. The section had been activated shortly before for 500 selected customers and was intended, among other things, to provide an overview of loans taken out with the controller. Based on investigations into the case, the DPA found that the controller had not complied with the GDPR's requirements for risk assessment and appropriate technical measures in connection with the launch of the customer portal. According to the DPA's assessment, the personal data security breach could have been prevented if the controller had conducted a risk assessment and review as required by law.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for BRAbank ASA in NO
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
28 May 2021
Authority
Datatilsynet (Norway)
Fine Amount
€39,700
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. BRAbank ASA - Norway (2021). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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