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S-Pankki Oyj – €1,800,000 Fine (Finland, 2025)
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S-Pankki Oyj was fined €1,800,000 due to a software glitch that let customers access other people's bank accounts, leading to financial losses. This case underscores the need for banks to maintain strong security practices.
What happened
A software error allowed customers of S-Pankki Oyj to log into other customers' bank accounts.
Who was affected
Customers of S-Pankki Oyj who were affected by the unauthorized access to their accounts.
What the authority found
The Finnish DPA imposed a fine because S-Pankki Oyj did not have sufficient safeguards to protect personal data.
Why this matters
This decision highlights the critical importance of cybersecurity in the banking sector. It encourages banks to enhance their security measures to protect customer data.
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The Finish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,800,000 on S-Pankki Oyj. Due to a software error, customers of the controller were able to log in to the bank accounts of other customers, resulting in financial losses.
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No other enforcement actions found for S-Pankki Oyj in FI
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
8 September 2025
Authority
Tietosuojavaltuutetun toimisto
Fine Amount
€1,800,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2873
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. S-Pankki Oyj - Finland (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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