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Today is Data Protection Day! Data Protection Day commemorates the opening for signature of the Council of Europe data protection convention on 28 January 1981, also known as ‘Convention 108’. Today this treaty is the only international, multilateral and legally binding instrument to protect privacy and personal data. In the context of privacy program leadership , Dr. Valerie Lyons (PhD, MBs, BSc, CISSP, CDPSE, CIPPe) explores the importance of privacy and trust. #DataProtectionDay #DataPrivacyDay

https://lnkd.in/gNz2dqrn The Information Technology Security Steering Committee presents this white paper as an introduction to privacy for security professionals.

Understanding the Nuances: Privacy and Confidentiality: Originally published by MJD.Written by Shonda Knowles Elliott, CPA.In the digital age, where data is the new currency, businesses must prioritize the security and integrity of their clients' information. To demonstrate this, many organizations adhere to frameworks like SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls), developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). SOC 2 reports provide an independent auditor’s opinion on the design and operating effectiveness of a company’s information security...

This article talks about how valuable data has become and the risks of breaches for businesses. It mentions proposed privacy reforms in Australia and the need for small businesses to take action to protect data. The key message is that awareness, education, and support are crucial for small businesses to comply with privacy rules and keep both themselves and their customers safe. What more can be done to help small businesses follow privacy regulations effectively?  #Leadership #Businessowners #DataPrivacy

In a recent interview, Sommer Coutu, Chief Privacy Officer at Dell Technologies, highlighted the intertwined evolution of privacy and security, the impact of technology on the privacy landscape and Dell commitment to enhancing customer control over personal data. Learn more here:

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲? 🤔 The SCA’s ruling in ENS v Hawarden highlights the significant risks businesses face with email security and the potential legal consequences. Understanding how business email compromises can lead to substantial losses—and the privacy obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act—is crucial for safeguarding your organisation. https://lnkd.in/dfc5Qh6h #LegalRisks #EmailSecurity #CyberSecurity #POPIA #BusinessEmailCompromise #DataProtection #LegalUpdate #Michalsons

The saying "never tell anyone all your secrets" means that it is generally a good idea to keep some things private and not share them with others. It suggests that it is important to be selective about the information you share with others, especially if that information is sensitive or personal. There are a few reasons why this saying might be true: Privacy: Sharing personal or sensitive information with others can compromise your privacy and expose you to the risk of having that information used against you or misused in some way. Trust: If you share all of your secrets with someone, you may be putting a lot of trust in that person. If that person is not trustworthy or if the relationship sours, they may use the information you shared against you or spread it to others. Boundaries: Sharing too much personal information with others can blur the boundaries of a relationship and make it difficult to maintain a healthy balance of give and take. In general, it is a good idea to be mindful of the information you share with others and to keep some things private.

As the state and federal patchwork of privacy laws evolves, a flexible and adaptable privacy program is important. My partner Liisa Thomas provides some insightful recommendations for building adaptable programs, one of which is alignment with the corporate mission. Alignment seems simple, yet many businesses still struggle to get leadership focused on privacy and security. The mission of a business often (or always) requires the processing of data. How can a business not prioritize the protection of privacy and security when it is essential to operate? We have seen too many cybersecurity events cripple business operations.

With the increase in phishing and data breaches over the last few years, the chances are that your login credentials (and those of your employees) are out on the dark web somewhere and it is only a matter of time before someone uses them. Multi-factor authentication is one of the easiest methods to deploy to ensure that your user accounts are safe, so if you want to know what to consider when assessing MFA solutions, download our free guide > https://loom.ly/pXax--U #MFA #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #EGuide

Just completed the 'Creating a Culture of Privacy' course on LinkedIn Learning! 🎓💡 This insightful course delved into the essential elements of fostering a privacy-centric culture within organizations. Excited to apply these principles in my work to ensure the highest standards of data protection. Highly recommend this course to anyone navigating the evolving landscape of privacy and security! #PrivacyCulture #ProfessionalDevelopment