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BAYARD REVISTAS, S.A. – €31,200 Fine (Spain, 2022)
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Bayard Revistas S.A. was fined for a data breach that exposed the personal information of around 470,000 users. This incident is important because it shows the risks companies face when they don't secure their data properly. Businesses must take steps to protect user information to avoid costly fines.
What happened
Unauthorized access to Bayard's database led to a data breach affecting 470,000 users.
Who was affected
Users whose location and contact data were accessed without authorization.
What the authority found
The Spanish DPA found that Bayard Revistas S.A. failed to secure personal data, violating GDPR requirements.
Why this matters
This case serves as a warning to companies about the importance of data security. Businesses should regularly review their security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
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The Spanish DPA has imposed a fine on Bayard Revistas S.A.. Unauthorized persons had accessed the Bayard database and thus unauthorizedly siphoned off location and contact data of users of the database. Approximately 470,000 users were affected by the incident. The DPA's investigation determined that a vulnerability in the controller's systems allowed the incident to occur. The original fine of EUR 52,000 was reduced to EUR 31,200 due to voluntary payment and admission of guilt.
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No other enforcement actions found for BAYARD REVISTAS, S.A. in ES
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
28 September 2022
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€31,200
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. BAYARD REVISTAS, S.A. - Spain (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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