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CCSP · Question #883
Under the EU GDPR, within how many hours must a data breach be reported once it is discovered?
The correct answer is B. 72 hours. GDPR requires breach notification to authorities within 72 hours of detection if feasible. (Failing to report can lead to heavy fines.)
Submitted by hans_de· Apr 18, 2026Legal, Risk and Compliance
Question
Under the EU GDPR, within how many hours must a data breach be reported once it is discovered?
Options
- A24 hours
- B72 hours
- C7 days
- D30 days
How the community answered
(58 responses)- A5% (3)
- B90% (52)
- C3% (2)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
GDPR requires breach notification to authorities within 72 hours of detection if feasible. (Failing to report can lead to heavy fines.)
Topics
#GDPR#Data Breach Notification#Compliance
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