Law note · United States

GLBA Safeguards Rule Breach Notification Amendment

cite 16 CFR Section 314.4(j) stage In effect since 2024-05-13 reviewed 2026-08-23

Requires a financial institution covered by the FTC's Safeguards Rule to notify the FTC as soon as possible, and no later than 30 days after discovery, of a security event involving unauthorized acquisition of unencrypted customer information affecting 500 or more consumers.

What it asks of an app

  • Notify the FTC within 30 days of discovering a security event that has compromised unencrypted customer information for 500 or more consumers.

When LexLint raises it

Declared activities: high_risk_decisions

Primary source: eCFR, current regulatory text, 16 CFR Section 314.4(j)

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