Morele.net – €660,000 Fine (Poland, 2019)
General GDPR enforcement action
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Morele.net was fined for not having strong enough security measures, which allowed hackers to access the personal data of 2.2 million people. This is important because it shows how crucial it is to protect customer information from unauthorized access. Companies need to invest in robust security systems to safeguard data.
What happened
Morele.net failed to implement adequate security measures, leading to a data breach affecting 2.2 million people.
Who was affected
2.2 million people whose personal data was accessed without permission due to weak security measures.
What the authority found
The Polish authority ruled that Morele.net's insufficient security measures violated GDPR's requirement to protect personal data.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of strong data security practices. Businesses should regularly update their security protocols to prevent unauthorized data access and avoid hefty fines.
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The Polish data protection authority imposed a fine of over PLN 2.8 million (approx. €644,780) on Morele.net for insufficient organisational and technical safeguards, which led to unauthorised access to the personal data of 2.2 million people.
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Details
Fine Date
10 September 2019
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€660,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-79
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Morele.net - Poland (2019). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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