Do you ever think about the information that you share online? Whether it’s through social media, emails, or even just browsing the web, everything you do leaves a digital footprint. While this might seem like no big deal, it’s important to be aware of the risks associated with sharing too much information.
In today’s world, data protection and privacy are more important than ever. So what can you do to protect yourself? Read on for tips on how to stay safe online!
Data Protection Privacy and Freedom of Information
As cyber security threats increase every day. Now. it’s becoming more difficult for businesses to protect themselves from these risks. Here are some steps that you can take to safeguard your business from cyberattacks and data loss.
Data protection in healthcare is an important part of the industry. To protect sensitive data, the healthcare sector must follow strict security standards. What must businesses and public organizations collect and process personal data of their customers, employees, and other stakeholders comply with?
The Data Protection Privacy and Freedom of Information laws are necessary to comply. This personal data information may include:
Data protection privacy and freedom of information laws are implemented in many countries. These include the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), Canada, Switzerland, Australia, South Africa, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
EU-US Privacy Shield
The EU-US Privacy Shield is a new framework. It allows companies to certify that they comply with the EU’s data protection framework of rules applicable to transatlantic operations. The EU-US Privacy Shield is a replacement for Safe Harbor.
This was invalidated by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in October 2015. Because it does not provide equivalent data protection in the United States to that available in Europe. So, the CJEU found that Safe Harbor did not meet the requirements of Article 25(6) of Directive 95/46/EC (now GDPR.
It states that approved codes of conduct must be “adequate” to protect the personal data of individuals within a member state they operate. Thus, the EU-US Privacy Shield has been designed by US and EU officials to address this concern. So, the privacy program will be administered by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Therefore, businesses are still required to comply with the seven principles of the Safe Harbor framework. That is when handling personal data from European Union member states under the new agreement. Companies signing up for the EU-US Privacy Shield Framework must self-certify annually with the FTC.
Companies must also follow a set of principles listed on a publicly available website once approved by the FTC. Also, the Hong Kong Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data was established under section 4(1) of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap 486). It replaced its predecessor under section 26A(1) of the Personal Data Protection Ordinance (Cap 380).
New Network Security
New network security is emerging in the cyber security industry. There are many new types of malware being created for mobile devices and computers that can steal data and interfere with your system. What is more, even track your location, but there are ways to keep them from affecting you.
Computer security is complex and comprehensive. So businesses must employ different strategies. That is to protect their computer systems from malicious attacks and to safeguard sensitive data.
In addition to regular backups, businesses should have updated antivirus software. Plus, conduct security audits at least once a year.