How to recognize data privacy risks
PURPOSE
Recognizing privacy risks helps prevent accidental exposure and misuse of personal or confidential information.
WARNING SIGNS
Large exports, public links, broad access groups, personal data in screenshots, unnecessary copies, unapproved tools, and unclear ownership can all create risk.
ASK QUESTIONS
Who needs this data? Why is it needed? How long should it be kept? Where will it be stored? Who can access it?
REPORT CONCERNS
Report suspected privacy risks before they become incidents.
BEST PRACTICE
Privacy risk is easier to prevent than clean up after the confetti cannon goes off.