Unknown – €80,000 Fine (Germany, 2019)
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An unknown entity in Germany was fined €80,000 after health data was accidentally published online due to poor internal controls. This case shows the importance of having strong data protection measures in place.
What happened
Health data was accidentally published in a digital publication due to inadequate internal control mechanisms.
Who was affected
Individuals whose health data was published online.
What the authority found
The German data protection authority fined the entity for failing to protect sensitive data, violating GDPR's security requirements.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for robust data protection strategies, especially when handling sensitive information like health data. It serves as a reminder that companies must regularly review and improve their security measures to prevent data breaches.
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In a digital publication, health data was accidentally published due to inadequate internal control mechanisms.
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Details
Fine Date
1 January 2019
Authority
Bundesbeauftragter für den Datenschutz
Fine Amount
€80,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Unknown - Germany (2019). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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