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Vodafone España, S.A.U. – €44,000 Fine (Spain, 2020)
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Vodafone España mistakenly sent a contract containing personal information to the wrong person. This mistake could lead to serious privacy concerns for the individual whose data was exposed. It serves as a reminder for businesses to double-check recipient details before sending sensitive information.
What happened
Vodafone España sent a contract with personal data to the wrong recipient.
Who was affected
The individual whose name, address, and phone number were included in the wrongly sent contract.
What the authority found
The authority found that Vodafone España violated GDPR by mishandling personal data.
Why this matters
This case highlights the risks of data breaches due to human error. Companies must implement strict data handling procedures to protect personal information.
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The company had sent a contract with personal data, including the applicant's name, address and telephone number, to the wrong recipient.
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Fine
€44K
Details
Fine Date
7 January 2020
Authority
Agencia Española de Protección de Datos
Fine Amount
€44,000
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Vodafone España, S.A.U. - Spain (2020). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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