As the world becomes increasingly connected, it is critical to view information security and privacy not merely as IT issues, but also as essential business priorities. Security threats, vulnerabilities and privacy exposures challenge every organization today, creating risks that must be controlled and managed. Often organizations do not know what risks they face or how they will manage these risks. If managed properly, recognized leadership in handling personally identifiable information and driving personalized service can be a differentiator to consumers and partners and become a driver of business growth.
With this in mind, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP and Protiviti Inc. have pooled their areas of expertise to co-author, The Global Privacy and Information Security Landscape: Frequently Asked Questions. Pillsbury provides legal overviews and insight regarding current laws and regulations, and Protiviti offers guidance to implement and maintain an effective privacy and information security program from an operational perspective. Information security and privacy are global concerns, and thus there are many laws and regulations in countries around the world designed to protect or limit the rights of individuals and businesses. This FAQ guide discusses key laws and regulations, including the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the European Union General DP Directive, and the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. Among the many topics addressed are privacy trends, security breaches, privacy programs, international laws and guidance for victims of identity theft. Note that the topics discussed in the first seven sections of this guide are based primarily on U.S. requirements and industry standards, although many of the principles and leading practices considered therein may be applicable internationally as well.
This guide is provided for general information only; it is not intended to give legal analysis or advice. If legal guidance is desired, companies should consult legal counsel or other appropriate advisers who can best address specific questions as they relate to their unique circumstances. Given that the risk landscape is dynamic, and information and privacy concerns are likely to undergo significant changes in the coming years, many of the responses in this guide will evolve accordingly. As organizations strive to manage these risks, we hope this FAQ guide will prove to be a valuable resource.
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