Alpha Bank Romania SA – €1,000 Fine (Romania, 2022)
General GDPR enforcement action
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Alpha Bank Romania SA was fined EUR 1,000 for accidentally sending customer data to the wrong person via WhatsApp. This mistake shows how important it is for companies to have strong data protection measures in place. Businesses should ensure they have proper systems to prevent such errors.
What happened
Alpha Bank Romania SA mistakenly sent personal data to the wrong recipient through WhatsApp.
Who was affected
Four individuals whose personal data, including names and loan details, were sent to the wrong person.
What the authority found
The Romanian DPA found that the bank failed to implement adequate measures to protect personal data, leading to the accidental data breach.
Why this matters
This case highlights the risks of using informal communication channels for sensitive data and the need for robust data protection practices. Companies should review their data handling procedures to prevent similar breaches.
GDPR Articles Cited
The Romanian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,000 on Alpha Bank Romania SA. The bank had accidentally sent a document to the wrong recipient via WhatsApp. The document contained personal data of four data subjects, such as first and last names and information on loans and contracts. During its investigation, the DPA found that the bank had failed to implement sufficient technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Alpha Bank Romania SA in RO
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
29 August 2022
Authority
Autoritatea Națională de Supraveghere a Prelucrării Datelor cu Caracter Personal
Fine Amount
€1,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1377
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Alpha Bank Romania SA - Romania (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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