Arnhem and Nijmegen University of Applied Sciences – €175,000 Fine (Netherlands, 2025)

€175,000Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens15 December 2025Netherlands
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Arnhem and Nijmegen University of Applied Sciences was fined EUR 175,000 for not protecting personal data properly, which led to a data breach. This incident underscores the need for educational institutions to implement strong security measures to safeguard sensitive information.

What happened

The university faced a data breach due to inadequate technical and organizational security measures.

Who was affected

Students and staff whose personal data was compromised in the breach.

What the authority found

The Dutch authority determined that the university failed to meet GDPR standards for data protection.

Why this matters

This fine emphasizes the critical need for organizations, especially educational institutions, to prioritize data security. Companies should regularly assess their security practices to prevent breaches.

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The Dutch DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 175,000 on Arnhem and Nijmegen University of Applied Sciences. The controller suffered a data breach due to insufficient technical and organisational measures.

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No other enforcement actions found for Arnhem and Nijmegen University of Applied Sciences in NL

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Details

Fine Date

15 December 2025

Authority

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens

Fine Amount

€175,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-2980

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