Cyber Security Data Privacy and Confidentiality

At its core, data privacy and confidentiality are about controlling who has access to information and ensuring that sensitive data remains protected from unauthorized exposure. Privacy focuses on the individual's right to control their personal information, emphasizing how data is collected, used, and shared. Confidentiality, on the other hand, pertains to safeguarding specific information from unintended access or disclosure, often within organizational boundaries. Both principles serve as the foundation for designing security measures that balance operational needs with ethical and legal obligations. Implementing these principles begins with establishing clear policies that delineate what data is sensitive, how it should be handled, and who is responsible for maintaining its security.