PIPC publishes guidance on public disclosure and disclosure orders for PIPA violations

Original title: [고시] [지침] 개인정보 보호법 위반에 대한 공표 및 공표명령 지침(2026.9.11. 시행)

The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) has published official guidance on procedures for public disclosure and disclosure orders related to violations of the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), effective September 11, 2026. This guidance establishes the framework for how organizations must publicly disclose breaches and comply with disclosure orders issued by regulators. Organizations subject to PIPA must review and understand these disclosure requirements to ensure proper notification and communication in the event of data protection violations.

What changed

• PIPC issued formal guidance on public disclosure requirements for PIPA violations, effective September 11, 2026
• Guidance establishes procedures and standards for complying with disclosure orders issued by PIPC for breaches and violations of the Personal Information Protection Act

Who is affected

Organizations in South Korea subject to the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), including businesses, public institutions, and other entities that collect and process personal information

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