Confidential data

When is data confidential? Basically, when their publication or unauthorized access would violate interests worthy of protection. An example is the entry in the civil register of births that a child has been adopted.

Most of us deal with data that has more or less confidential content on a daily basis. There is often a lack of awareness of how quickly confidential information can fall into unauthorized hands. In addition to incomplete knowledge of the legal framework (e.g., the respective data protection and, if applicable, freedom of information laws), this is often triggered by a lack of sensitivity when dealing with confidential information.

The damage caused by improper handling of confidential data can be considerable and in many cases also have legal consequences for the perpetrator. These can include consequences under employment law or disciplinary law, but also criminal and civil law. If necessary, damages may also be claimed.