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Healthcare facility – €9,200 Fine (Poland, 2024)
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A healthcare facility in Poland was fined EUR 9,200 after a ransomware attack led to the loss of personal data. The investigation revealed that the facility did not have proper security measures in place to protect this data. This case highlights the importance of implementing strong data protection practices to avoid costly penalties.
What happened
The Polish DPA fined a healthcare facility for failing to protect personal data during a ransomware attack.
Who was affected
Patients whose personal data was compromised during the ransomware attack were affected.
What the authority found
The authority found that the healthcare facility did not implement adequate security measures, violating GDPR requirements for data protection.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes that organizations must prioritize data security to prevent breaches. Companies should regularly assess their security measures to avoid similar penalties.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 9,200 on a healthcare facility. The company suffered a ransomware attack on its systems, resulting in the loss of personal data. During its investigation, the DPA found that the controller had failed to implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data in order to prevent such incidents. Furthermore, the controller failed to notify the data subjects about the incident.
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Details
Fine Date
13 June 2024
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€9,200
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Healthcare facility - Poland (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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