THE IMPACT OF GDPR ON CYBERSECURITY

WrittenBy Deepraj September 4th,2024

Strengthened Data Protection

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Breach Notification Obligations

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Increased Accountability

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Data Minimization Principle

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Enhanced Data Security Measures

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Elevated Fines and Penalties

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Encouraged Cybersecurity by Design

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Focus on Data Subject Rights

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Impact on Third-Party Vendors

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Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses

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