Privacy Management Framework (PMF)
Privacy Management Framework (PMF): A Privacy Management Framework (PMF) is an organizational blueprint that helps establish, implement, assess, and refine the processes and practices surrounding the handling of personal information. The PMF encompasses policies, procedures, and tools to manage risks to privacy and ensure compliance with applicable privacy norms and regulations.
Privacy policy
Privacy policy: A document that outlines an organization’s practices and procedures related to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. It is used to inform and protect individuals’ privacy rights and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Examples of privacy policies can be found on websites, mobile apps, and physical stores.
Privacy Shield
Privacy Shield: The EU-U.S. Privacy Shield was a framework established to facilitate the lawful transfer of personal data from the European Union to the United States. It provided companies with a mechanism to comply with EU data protection requirements. However, the Privacy Shield was declared invalid by the European Court of Justice in 2020, and […]
Privacy System
Privacy System: A system or set of controls designed to protect the privacy of individuals and their personal information. It is used in information systems to prevent unauthorized access and use of personal data. Examples include encryption technologies, access controls, and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs).
Privacy
Privacy: The state of being free from public attention or observation. It is used in the context of personal information and data protection to ensure that individuals have control over their own personal information and how it is used. Examples include privacy policies, privacy settings on social media platforms, and privacy laws such as the […]
Privilege
Privilege: A special right, immunity, or exemption granted to an individual or group. It is used in the context of access control to grant certain users or processes additional rights and permissions beyond the default access level. Examples include administrative privileges, root privileges, and privileged accounts.