What is considered sensitive data?
Sensitive data is any type of information that needs to be protected due to its potential harm or misuse if it falls into the wrong hands. It typically includes personal information that can be used to identify or harm individuals, such as:
1. Personally Identifiable Information (PII): This includes details like full name, date of birth, Social Security number, driver's license number, passport number, etc.
2. Financial Information: Bank account numbers, credit card numbers, authentication credentials, and other financial data that can be used for fraud or identity theft fall under sensitive data.
3. Health Information: Medical records, insurance information, and any other information related to an individual's physical or mental health are considered sensitive data.
4. Personally Identifiable Biometric Information: Unique identifiers like fingerprints, retinal scans, voiceprints, DNA profiles, etc., fall into this category.
5. Confidential Corporate Information: Trade secrets, intellectual property, client details, financial data related to businesses, or any other confidential or proprietary business information is also considered sensitive data.
6. Government IDs and Data: Government-issued IDs, employee IDs, passport details, national identification numbers, or any other government-related data falls under this category.
7. Personal Communication: Emails, instant messages, private conversations, or any other communication containing personal or sensitive information are classified as sensitive data.
It is important to handle and protect sensitive data responsibly to ensure the privacy and security of individuals and organizations involved.