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noyb files complaint with Maltese DPA over C-Planet voter data breach

noyb filed a complaint with the Maltese Data Protection Authority against C-Planet IT Solutions for leaking personal data of 337,384 voters, including phone numbers, dates of birth and political opinions. NGOs Daphne Foundation and Repubblika also filed a class action. noyb requested a fine of up to €20 million.

Why it matters: The complaint seeks GDPR enforcement for a massive voter data leak in Malta.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
Maltese voter data leaked online. noyb files complaint.
noyb · primary source · Nov 12, 2020
Maltese voter data leaked online. noyb files complaint.
noyb · Nov 12, 2020
Details
JurisdictionMalta
RegulatorMaltese Data Protection Authority
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusFiled
PublishedNovember 12, 2020
Effectivenot stated
Penaltyfine of up to €20 million
OrganisationsC-Planet IT Solutions, noyb, Daphne Foundation, Repubblika
Topicsprivacy, breach notification, security, data minimization, purpose limitation, profiling
Datapersonal, sensitive