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What is CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) ) sensitive data?
Sensitive data is personal information deemed particularly sensitive.
They can reveal intimate or protected aspects of a person's life. These CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) sensitive data, such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, trade union membership, health or sexual orientation, require enhanced protection under the law.
The CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties), as France'sData protection authority , imposes strict requirements to guarantee the security and confidentiality of this sensitive data. It is essential for organizations to comply with these rules to safeguard the privacy of their users and avoid any violation of fundamental rights.
The CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) lists several special categories of personal data, known as sensitive data.
This does not mean that the GDPR does not apply to other personal data, but these require special vigilance " CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) sensitive data" .
This is the data that can have the greatest impact on an individual's rights and freedoms. It is also the most sought-after data for "illegal" resale, as it is the data that is most easily monetized.
This data can lead to discrimination. For example, health data may not be available to lending institutions. Or the social security number, which could be used to embezzle money or impersonate a person.
Particular care should be taken when communicating sensitive personal data. Above all, avoid communicating information via unsecured channels, such as online clairvoyance.
Sensitive data is first and foremost personal data. As such, companies must comply with the GDPR as they would with any personal data. Consult the 2024 best practices on personal data protection.
The processing of sensitive data requires stricter obligations than for conventional personal data. There are specific measures for such personal data.
Data processing is forbidden by default, unless there are strict exceptionse.g: explicit consent, vital interest, legal obligations). Security measures must be reinforced (encryption, anonymization, strict access control). An impact assessment (PIA) is often mandatory.
Consent must be clear, explicit and documented, with strictly limited and essential purposes, particularly for cookies. Data must be kept as short as possible. In the event of a data breach, notification is almost systematic.
Finally, all processing operations must be rigorously documented in the activity register.
The CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) sanctions more easily when sensitive data is involved GDPR especially, as the rules are stricter. Questions and checks are also more frequent.
Companies can't be satisfied with basic protection for sensitive data.
A comprehensive GDPR compliance approach must be carried out.
Given the impact of non-compliance, data breaches are considered more serious, increasing the risk of reaching the maximum thresholds. Sanctions are frequently made public when sensitive data is involved. The CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) may publish infringement data.
According to Article 9 of the GDPR, the collection of sensitive data is prohibited as a matter of principle, unless one of the following conditions is met:
Consent is at the heart of sensitive data protection. Unlike conventional personal data, it must be :
In practice, obtaining explicit consent implies rigorous documentation (proof of agreement) and total transparency regarding data use. This guarantees not only legal compliance, but also user confidence in the organization.
The CNIL (National Commission for Information Technology and Civil Liberties) recommends several best practices for securing sensitive data:
Sensitive data is a prime target for cyber attackssuch as ransomware or data theft. To protect them, it is essential to implement robust defenses:
The combination of these measures helps to minimize the risks associated with cyberattacks and respond quickly and effectively to any breaches of sensitive data. This ensures GDPR compliance and the preservation of user trust. Need more information? Ask your question directly in the chat.
To ensure the security of sensitive personal data, it may be necessary, particularly in the healthcare sector, to store data on an HDS server (healthcare data host).
Like conventional personal data, the transfer of data outside the European Union is prohibited. There are, however, agreements with certain countries that have adequate data protection regulations.
As such, we can exchange data with the US, even if there have been many twists and turns.