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Cybersecurity vs. Privacy: The Blurred Line in Data Protection The intersection of cybersecurity and privacy is increasingly important as cybersecurity-related privacy events, such as data breaches, highlight their interconnectedness. While people often distinguish between cybersecurity (focused on protecting systems and data from unauthorized access) and privacy (concerned with how personal data is collected, used, and shared), these areas overlap significantly. A cybersecurity failure can lead to privacy violations, as breaches expose sensitive personal data, causing harm to individuals and eroding trust in organizations. Effective cybersecurity measures are essential to ensuring privacy, as they form the first line of defense against the unauthorized access and misuse of personal information. #cybersecurity #privacy #breaches #risks #data #dataprotection

The ability of organizations to navigate data privacy and comply with data protection laws is hampered by a lack of understanding and budgetary constraints, according to a report by ISACA. The study revealed that more than 57% of cyber professionals lack trust in their organization's privacy team's ability to ensure data privacy. The root cause of this issue is the lack of understanding of the privacy regulations organizations must comply with, as 66% of professionals admitted to this. Organizations need to invest in training and education to ensure that their employees understand the privacy regulations they need to comply with and take the necessary steps to protect sensitive data. #DataProtection #DigitalStrategy #EmployeeEducation #DataPrivacy #Cybersecurity

Stay ahead of the data security curve. Our latest article unveils 5 trends shaping the landscape in 2024. From advanced encryption to evolving privacy laws, prepare your business for the future of data protection. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g-t_Me-w #DataSecurityTrends #Cybersecurity #TechFuture

It's day two of London Tech Week and this year's event highlights the ever-increasing importance of securing data and privacy. 🔐 Our Data Unlocked series from our Data Protection and Cyber Security team explores the benefits of business-to-business data sharing but also the growing number of risks that come with this, from breaches of privacy regulations and data protection laws, to falling victim to a cyber attack. As businesses deal with increasingly larger volumes of data, complying with privacy and security obligations has never been more crucial. Read the article to find out how you can mitigate both privacy and security risks 👇 https://gowlg.co/3Jb31dj #LTW2024 #DataSharing #DataProtection #Cybersecurity

Do you know what data your company has? At an event on records management, a presenter explained how one company had over 7,000 copies of one document. This was due to personnel downloading copies for ease of access. What if this document contained personally identifiable information? #iso9001 #iso14001 #iso22301 #iso27001 #iso45001 #APP #cybersecurity #data #privacy

Data Privacy Challenges and Solutions Data privacy has become a critical issue for individuals and organizations alike. With the increasing amount of personal and sensitive information being shared online, the risk of data breaches and privacy violations is higher than ever before. Certainly! Enterprises face a unique set of challenges when it comes to data privacy, given the large volumes of sensitive data they handle. Here are some solutions to address data privacy challenges effectively. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8r8q-KE #DataPrivacy #Cybersecurity #SecureFuture #PrivacyMatters #DigitalSecurity #InfoSec #DataProtection #infosectrain #learntorise

🔒 Maintain trust with your customers 🎯 Ensure regulatory compliance 🤝 Gain stakeholder confidence There's one essential step to achieving these goals: Have robust data privacy frameworks in place. Master data dilemmas to address privacy concerns and combat cyber threats: https://ow.ly/Xkvh50Rz7IK #DataProtection #Privacy #Cybersecurity #PrivacyAwarenessWeek2024 #DataPrivacy Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC)

The importance of data privacy and data protection from cybersecurity threats was expertly covered by Anthony Cooke, Clyde & Co. He covered the cyber incident trends in the APAC region and recent regulatory developments. A thorough and insightful presentation for law firms to better understand strategies for incident responses. #cybersecurity #ai #dataprivacy

Did you know the dangers of copy-pasting data protection and privacy policies? Each organization is unique, with different applicable laws and data practices. Don't be caught off guard! Get a quote from South-End Tech Limited for a customized data protection policy now. Data privacy is key to a safe cyberspace. #DataProtection #DataPrivacy #Cybersecurity

This Data Privacy Day, take charge of your data with our streamlined Privacy Awareness Checklist. The checklist is designed to help you and your organisation navigate key areas including:   • Personal Information processing: understand how data is handled within an organisation • Risk and threat assessment: identify vulnerabilities and proactively defend • Privacy awareness and training: empower your team with knowledge and best practices • Maintaining a strong privacy and data protection environment: invest in systems and practices for continuous cyber resilience   Find out more at bit.ly/privacy-checklist and how you can improve your privacy awareness.   The Privacy Awareness Checklist is aligned to our Privacy Guidelines which outline key privacy issues that need addressing when introducing biometrics. For more on that visit bit.ly/bi-privacy   #DataPrivacy #responsiblebiometrics #Privacy #PrivacyAwareness #PrivacyChecklist #StaySafeOnline