Alpha Bank Romania SA
€1,000
Insufficient technical and organisational measures to ensure information security
Decision Date
August 29, 2022
Authority
Romanian National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP)
RO
Sector
Finance, Insurance and Consulting
Country
RO
Law
GDPRStatus
FINALDescription
The Romanian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 1,000 on Alpha Bank Romania SA. The bank had accidentally sent a document to the wrong recipient via WhatsApp. The document contained personal data of four data subjects, such as first and last names and information on loans and contracts. During its investigation, the DPA found that the bank had failed to implement sufficient technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.
Legal Citations
Art. 29Art. 32 (1)Art. 32 (2)
Issues & Violations
Insufficient technical and organisational measures to ensure information security