Data subjects have the absolute right to be indemnified for any damages caused by inaccurate, unlawfully obtained, or unauthorized personal data.
Does a data subject have the legal right to be indemnified for damages? Read More »
The Commission may legally authorize the postponement of a breach notification if it would actively hinder the progress of a criminal investigation.
A breach report must contain the required notification contents along with the specific name and contact details of the controller’s designated representative.
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All security incidents, including those not strictly requiring formal notification, must be rigorously documented internally through comprehensive written or aggregated reports.
Are organizations required to strictly document all security incidents, even minor ones? Read More »
Intentionally breaking into systems containing personal data is severely punished by 1 to 3 years imprisonment and hefty criminal fines.
Processing involves any operation performed on personal data, including its collection, recording, organization, storage, modification, use, erasure, or final destruction.
How does the Data Privacy Act define the processing of personal information? Read More »
A filing system is a structured set of information relating to individuals that makes specific personal data readily accessible to users.
What is considered a filing system under the Data Privacy Act? Read More »
Entities should utilize the encryption of personal data during active storage and transit, alongside robust authentication processes, to limit unauthorized access.
Is encryption a required technical security measure under the rules? Read More »
Improperly discarding personal information in public areas or trash containers brings 6 months to 2 years imprisonment and substantial criminal fines.
What is the exact penalty for improperly disposing of regular personal information? Read More »
Improperly disposing of sensitive personal data invites a harsher penalty of 1 to 3 years imprisonment and fines up to Php1,000,000.00.
How does the law penalize the improper disposal of sensitive personal information? Read More »
