DW Dynamic Works LIMITED – €7,500 Fine (Cyprus, 2022)
General GDPR enforcement action
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DW Dynamic Works LIMITED was fined EUR 7,500 after a cyberattack on the Cypriot Ministry of Defense. The company didn't have enough security measures, which is crucial to prevent data breaches.
What happened
DW Dynamic Works LIMITED lacked sufficient security measures, leading to a cyberattack on the Ministry of Defense.
Who was affected
Individuals whose data was handled by the Ministry of Defense, affected by the security breach.
What the authority found
The company failed to implement necessary security measures, violating GDPR's data protection requirements.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the need for companies, especially those handling sensitive data, to invest in robust cybersecurity measures. It serves as a reminder that inadequate security can lead to significant penalties and data breaches.
GDPR Articles Cited
The Cypriot DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 7,500 on DW Dynamic Works LIMITED. The controller operated as a processor for the Cypriot Ministry of Denfese. The minsitry had suffered a cyberattack which, according to the DPA, was caused, among other things, by Dynamic Works' lack of technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.
Related Enforcement Actions (1)
Other enforcement actions involving DW Dynamic Works LIMITED in CY
Details
Fine Date
1 January 2022
Authority
Commissioner for Personal Data Protection
Fine Amount
€7,500
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-1625
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. DW Dynamic Works LIMITED - Cyprus (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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