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Privacy Regulation
GDPR
General Data Protection Regulation
European Union
Effective: May 25, 2018
Overview
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that applies to all organizations processing personal data of EU residents. It establishes strict requirements for consent, data subject rights, and organizational accountability. GDPR has become a global benchmark for privacy legislation and significantly impacts how organizations manage identity and access to personal data.
IAM Requirements
Access Control
- Implement role-based access control (RBAC) to limit data access to authorized personnel
- Maintain access logs for all personal data processing activities
- Implement data minimization - only grant access to data necessary for specific purposes
- Regular access reviews to ensure continued necessity of access rights
Authentication
- Strong authentication mechanisms for systems processing personal data
- Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
- Secure password policies aligned with current best practices
- Session management and timeout policies
Data Subject Rights
- Identity verification processes for data subject requests
- Access request fulfillment within 30 days
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten) implementation
- Data portability capabilities
Accountability
- Maintain records of processing activities
- Document access control policies and procedures
- Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Appoint Data Protection Officer where required
Compliance Checklist
1
Conduct data mapping to identify all personal data processing2
Implement lawful basis for each processing activity3
Establish data subject rights request procedures4
Deploy appropriate technical and organizational measures5
Implement breach notification procedures (72-hour requirement)6
Review and update privacy notices7
Conduct regular privacy impact assessments8
Train employees on data protection requirements9
Establish data processing agreements with third parties10
Implement cross-border data transfer mechanismsPenalties for Non-Compliance
Up to €20 million or 4% of annual global turnover, whichever is higher
Quick Facts
- Region
- European Union
- Effective Date
- May 25, 2018
- Enforcing Body
- European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and national Data Protection Authorities
Related Certifications
- CIPP E
- CIPM
- ISO 27001 LA
Related Vendors
- onetrust
- bigid
- securiti
Related Solutions
- customer identity
- data governance