Information Security Compliance
/ɪnfərˈmeɪʃən sɪˈkjʊrɪti kəmˈplaɪəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The adherence to laws, regulations, standards, and policies governing the protection of information systems and data from unauthorized access or misuse.
Organizations must ensure information security compliance to avoid legal penalties and protect sensitive data.
Forms
- information security compliance
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Commentary
Information security compliance often involves aligning organizational practices with frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, or ISO/IEC 27001 to mitigate legal risks related to data protection.
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