Open University of Cyprus
€45,000
Insufficient technical and organisational measures to ensure information security
Decision Date
22 de novembro de 2023
Authority
Cypriot Data Protection Commissioner
CY
Sector
Public Sector and Education
Country
CY
Law
GDPRStatus
FINALDescription
The Cypriot DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 45,000 on Open University of Cyprus. The university had suffered a data breach involving hackers publishing personal data of students, alumni etc. on the dark web. During its investigation, the DPA found that the university had failed to implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.
Legal Citations
Art. 5Art. 32
Issues & Violations
Insufficient technical and organisational measures to ensure information security