Pharmaceutical wholesaler – €20,000 Fine (France, 2024)
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A pharmaceutical wholesaler in France was fined EUR 20,000 for failing to meet data security regulations and not cooperating with the data protection authority. This case is significant because it highlights the importance of maintaining proper data security practices. Companies must ensure they follow regulations to protect personal information and avoid penalties.
What happened
A pharmaceutical wholesaler was fined for lacking data security and insufficient cooperation with the data protection authority.
Who was affected
Patients and clients whose data may have been inadequately protected by the wholesaler.
What the authority found
The authority found multiple violations, including poor data security and failure to maintain proper records.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes that companies must prioritize data security and compliance with regulations. It serves as a reminder for all businesses to regularly review their data protection practices.
The French DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 20,000 on a pharmaceutical wholesaler due to violations of several regulations, including a lack of data security and insufficient cooperation with the DPA. Additionally, deficiencies were found regarding the maintenance of the record of processing activities, and the obligation to use only processors providing sufficient guarantees and assigned after authorization by the controller was not met.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Pharmaceutical wholesaler in FR
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
24 January 2024
Authority
Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés
Fine Amount
€20,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2415
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Pharmaceutical wholesaler - France (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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