Republic of Korea: Personal Information Protection Commission referred LG Uplus Corporation to law enforcement over destruction of personal data breach evidence

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Personal Information Protection Commission referred LG Uplus Corporation to law enforcement over destruction of personal data breach evidence

On 29 July 2026, the Personal Information Protection Commission referred LG Uplus Corporation (LGU+) to law enforcement for investigation following its determination that the company obstructed official duties through evidence destruction and server…

Scope

Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Cybersecurity regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority

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2025-09-10
under deliberation

On 10 September 2025, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) announced the commencem…

2026-07-29
under investigation

On 29 July 2026, the Personal Information Protection Commission referred LG Uplus Corporation (LGU+…