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Personal data breach

A GDPR security breach causing accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure of, or access to personal data.

In practice

Triage confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts; document every assessment and meet notification deadlines when triggered.

Common confusion

A breach can involve loss or destruction without evidence of exfiltration.

Related controls

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Last verified: August 2026 · Primary sources linked above