# data[].attributes.body
ISO 27001 is a standard for information security management which is defined by the international standards organisation. ISO 27001 certification is desirable for organisations because it shows that their data security is of a high standard. ISO 27001 can also be a good reference to customers who want to invest in a product based on it's security. ISO 27001 is mainly based on a process called ISMS or an information security management system, this is usually a checklist which is always has to be adhered to in order to keep your certification.

ISO 27001 is not a standard which is mandatory to adhere to, it is mainly a selling point to a company.

Hello Mo

# data[].attributes.body
The purpose of GDPR is to set standardised data protection laws for the entirety of the EU. Key aspects of GDPR include EU citizens knowing how and where their data is being used.

Technically it applies to all citizens of the EU as it concerns their data. More specifically it applies to all companies with >250 employees (those with <250 may still be subject to GDPR if their data-processing affects the rights of their "clients". The penalty for breaking GDPR is either 20 million, or 4% of your total turnover, whichever is higher.

GDPR requires you to adapt your existing data protection standards to allow individuals to access the data you hold. This will include documenting all personal data and communicating what data you hold with all data subjects. Making them aware of their rights

# data[].attributes.body
It is designed to protect data by making it illegal for anyone to access or modify it without authorisation. The most common breach of this is through hacking. The act covers 3 main types of computer misuse.

1. Unauthorised access to computer material.

2. Unauthorised access with intent to commit or facilitate commission of further offences.

3. Unauthorised modification of computer material.

An example of a breach would be IT personnel accessing and editing payroll documents.The act also covers denial of service attacks, and the malicious spreading of viruses, Trojan horses and other malware.

The legislation applies to everyone, but mainly affects schools, offices, and any organisation that stores personal information.The only requirement is that the person perpetrating the offence knows that his access is unauthorised.

Penalties for breaching the CMA are up to £5000 and from 2-10 years in prison, depending on the severity. Cases that potentially put human life at risk could result in life imprisonment.

# data[].attributes.body
What is the purpose?
The purpose is to control how personal information is used by business, organisations and the government.

Who is it applied to?
It applies to everyone that is responsible for using data. They have to follow strict rules called 'The Data Protection Principles' The principles are, fair & lawful, purposes, adequacy, accuracy, retention, rights, security and international

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Skip to main content

Cookies on GOV.UK

We use some essential cookies to make this website work.

We'd like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services.

We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services.

You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.

You have rejected additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.

Accept additional cookies Reject additional cookies View cookies

The Data Protection Act 2018 controls how your personal information is used by organisations, businesses or the government.

The Data Protection Act 2018 is the UK's implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Everyone responsible for using personal data has to follow strict rules called 'data protection principles'. They must make sure the information is:

used fairly, lawfully and transparently

used for specified, explicit purposes

used in a way that is adequate, relevant and limited to only what is necessary

accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date

kept for no longer than is necessary

handled in a way that ensures appropriate security, including protection against unlawful or unauthorised processing, access, loss, destruction or damage

There is stronger legal protection for more sensitive information, such as:

race

ethnic background

political opinions

religious beliefs

trade union membership

genetics

biometrics (where used for identification)

health

sex life or orientation

There are separate safeguards for personal data relating to criminal convictions and offences.

Your rights

Under the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to find out what information the government and other organisations store about you. These include the right to:

be informed about how your data is being used

access personal data

have incorrect data updated

have data erased

stop or restrict the processing of your data

data portability (allowing you to get and reuse your data for different services)

object to how your data is processed in certain circumstances

You also have rights when an organisation is using your personal data for:

automated decision-making processes (without human involvement)

profiling, for example to predict your behaviour or interests

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
The Data Protection Act (DPA) controls how personal information can be used and your rights to ask for information about yourself

# data[].attributes.body
https://padlet.com/mohammadzaman/byk7kr0qva07