The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) levied substantial sanctions on Woori Card for serious data breaches related to unauthorized use of merchants' personal information. Investigations revealed the company exploited this information for marketing new credit card offers without consent, indicating significant flaws in their data handling practices. Penalties included a financial fine of KRW 13.45 billion, published sanction results, and strict corrective measures aimed at enhancing access controls and employee management. These steps emphasize PIPC's commitment to safeguarding personal information through strict regulatory enforcement.
The Personal Information Protection Commission imposed a KRW 13.45 billion penalty on Woori Card for data breaches, highlighting the importance of personal information safety.
PIPC's sanctions against Woori Card include not only financial penalties but also mandates for enhanced access control measures and employee supervision to prevent further misuse.
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