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National Revenue Agency – €2,600,000 Fine (Bulgaria, 2019)
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The National Revenue Agency in Bulgaria faced a fine for a data breach that exposed personal information of about 6 million people. This incident highlights the importance of having strong security measures to protect sensitive data. Businesses should ensure they have adequate protections in place to avoid similar issues.
What happened
The National Revenue Agency suffered a hacking attack that leaked personal data of approximately 6 million individuals due to weak security measures.
Who was affected
About 6 million individuals whose personal data was compromised in the hacking incident were affected.
What the authority found
The Commission for Personal Data Protection found that the agency failed to implement adequate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, violating GDPR's Article 32.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for organizations to prioritize data security. It serves as a warning that inadequate protections can lead to severe financial penalties.
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Leakage of personal data in a hacking attack due to inadequate technical and organisational measures to ensure the protection of information security. It was found that personal data concerning about 6 million persons was illegally accessible.
Related Enforcement Actions (1)
Other enforcement actions involving National Revenue Agency in BG
Details
Fine Date
28 August 2019
Authority
Commission for Personal Data Protection
Fine Amount
€2,600,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-71
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. National Revenue Agency - Bulgaria (2019). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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