Enhancing Data Security in Large Organizations. A Facebook Case Study

Étude de cas , 2023 , 30 Pages , Note: A

Droit - Droit des technologies

This text delves deeply into the realm of cybersecurity, particularly focusing on the handling of sensitive data by large organizations, using Facebook as a case study. The goal is to foster an awareness of the significance of data protection and cybersecurity in today's digitalized world and how companies can enhance their data security strategies.

In the first chapter, a comprehensive introduction to the data and cybersecurity sphere is presented, discussing various data types and the importance of data protection and pertinent laws. It underscores the increasing sensitivity of data, especially Personal Identifiable Information (PII), and the escalating necessity for cybersecurity measures.

The second chapter zeroes in on the organization Facebook, starting with an overview of the company's background, followed by an analysis of data breaches that the company experienced in the past. It also explores the impacts these data breaches had on Facebook and the measures the company undertook in response to them.

The document concludes with recommendations on how organizations can optimize their cybersecurity strategies, followed by a conclusion that encapsulates the key findings.

Table of Contents

• CHAPTER ONE.
• 1.0 DATA & CYBERSECURITY
• 1.1 Data and Data Types.
• 1.2 Importance of Data Protection and Data Laws .....
• 1.3 Cybersecurity.
• 1.4 Importance of Cybersecurity....
• CHAPTER 2.
• 2.0 CHOSEN ORGANISATION: FACEBOOK..
• 2.1 Background of Facebook
• 2.2 Data Breaches in Facebook...
• 2.3 Impact of the Data Breaches on Facebook
• 2.4 Actions in Response to the Data Breaches
• RECOMMENDATIONS & CONCLUSION.
• REFERENCES
• APPENDIX.

Objectives and Key Themes

This project aims to explore the multifaceted relationship between data, cybersecurity, and the impact of data breaches on organizations. The project focuses on Facebook as a case study to understand how data breaches can affect a major social media platform and the strategies employed to mitigate such risks.

• The significance of data in today's digital landscape
• The importance of data protection and data laws
• Cybersecurity measures and their role in safeguarding data
• The impact of data breaches on organizations
• Response strategies to data breaches

Chapter Summaries

Chapter 1 delves into the fundamental concepts of data and cybersecurity, examining the various types of data, including Personal Identifiable Information (PII), Payment Card Information, and intellectual property. It explores the importance of data protection and the rationale behind data laws, highlighting key regulations like GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and the Data Protection Act 2018. The chapter further elaborates on the importance of cybersecurity measures for safeguarding data from threats.

Chapter 2 provides a case study of Facebook, exploring the company's background, data breaches it has faced, and the impact of these breaches. The chapter analyzes the organization's response to the data breaches, including actions taken to mitigate risks and improve cybersecurity practices.

Keywords

Key terms and concepts explored within the project include: Data, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Data Breaches, Data Laws, GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, Data Protection Act 2018, Facebook, Social Media Platforms, Privacy, Security, Response Strategies, Risk Mitigation.

• Université: Munich University of Policy (cyberjaya)
• Cours: MBA
• Note: A
• Auteur: Bandar Hezam (Auteur)
• Année de publication: 2023
• Pages: 30
• N° de catalogue: V1392990
• ISBN (PDF): 9783346939579
• ISBN (Livre): 9783346939586
• Langue: anglais
• mots-clé: cyberlaw, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Facebook Data Breaches, Personal Identifiable Information, Data and Information Security