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Morele.net – €660,000 Fine (Poland, 2019)

€660,000Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych10 September 2019Poland
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Morele.net was fined for not having enough security measures to protect personal data, which led to a data breach affecting millions. This is important because it shows that companies must prioritize data security to protect their customers.

What happened

Morele.net failed to implement sufficient organizational and technical safeguards, resulting in unauthorized access to the personal data of 2.2 million people.

Who was affected

The affected individuals were 2.2 million users whose personal data was exposed due to the company's inadequate security.

What the authority found

The Polish data protection authority ruled that Morele.net violated GDPR by not providing adequate security for personal data.

Why this matters

This case highlights the need for businesses to invest in strong data protection measures. Companies should regularly assess their security practices to prevent breaches.

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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.

Details

Fine Date

10 September 2019

Authority

Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych

Fine Amount

€660,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

ETid-79

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