The protection of personal data is a significant element of any information security ecosystem, and adhering to standards like ISO 27701 can enhance this protection. If this ecosystem is neglected, it can have a significant impact that puts your organization at risk of increasingly malicious threats which present an increasing risk to your business. ISO […]
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For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), protecting data is crucial but can often be overlooked due to limited resources. Here are our top 10 data protection tips tailored for SMEs: 1. Educate and Train Employees 2. Develop a Data Subject Response Plan 3. Implement Strong Password Policies 4. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) 5. Regularly Update
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With data the lifeblood of the majority of organisations, protection of it is critical. Whether it be customer information, financial records, or proprietary intellectual property there is a risk of breaches, leaks, and mishandling. What is a Data Protection Risk? A data risk refers to any potential threat or vulnerability that can result in unauthorised
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Data Champions can implement technology that can help DPOs manage data and protection simply and effectively The very thought of keeping up-to-date with new regulations, cyber threats and improving data protection can send shivers down the spines of companies across all sectors. Such is the threat and the sheer number of ways that personal data
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‘Large-scale data processing’ is not explicitly defined despite it being used within regulation such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The ICO themselves provide pointers but again no clear definition. This lack of definition becomes more apparent when a (Record of Processing Activities) RoPA is being completed. The RoPA module within the ProvePrivacy platform
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ProvePrivacy is designed to ensure that users only have access to the information which is required for thier role. To achieve this there are a number of different roles established within the system which only a Company Administrator can assign. A user who has not been assigned any role is referred to as a Standard
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As a data protection professional I often get asked what the most important aspects of data protection are. There are many things in the regulation which resonate for me and help me shape my advice to clients but, it is difficult to list which are most important as the answer is reliant on the context.
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Now more than ever businesses are collecting, storing, and processing vast amounts of personal data. Ensuring the protection of this data is not just a legal obligation but also a critical trust factor for customers. This is where Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) come into play. In this blog, we’ll explore what a DPIA is,
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In the realm of data protection, the concept of an “data subject access request” holds significant importance. As data privacy regulations become increasingly stringent worldwide, understanding what a request entails and how to handle it is crucial for individuals and organisations alike. What is an Access Request? A subject access request, often referred to as
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In today’s digital landscape, data breaches have become a pervasive threat. They can have devastating consequences for individuals, businesses, and even governments. This blog outlines the different types of breaches, explores the potential impacts, and details the information needed to report a data breach. Types of Data Breaches Data breaches come in various forms, each
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