South Korea·Tech·Announced by the organization or a regulator
Weverse data breach (Nov 2021)
Weverse (South Korea) disclosed a data breach on Nov 10, 2021 affecting 137 records. It is the first of 3 Weverse incidents recorded on Teollimi. It was caused by a misconfigured system or a handling error. No compensation has been announced.
What happened
Weverse Company's development error during emergency traffic handling let users log into other people's accounts, exposing personal information. Regulators waived a fine, citing a minor mistake and minimal harm.
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Facts on record
- Country
- South Korea
- Industry
- Tech
- Announced
- Nov 10, 2021
- Affected
- 137 records
- Data exposed
- Not disclosed
- Status
- Announced by the organization or a regulator
- Compensation and penalties
- A fine or other penalty on record
Sources
- 개인정보보호위원회개인정보위, 개인정보보호 법규 위반 7개 사업자 제재