GoogleCybersecurityCertificate
This module discusses ethical considerations for cybersecurity professionals. Key ethical principles highlighted include:
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Impartiality and Adherence to Policy: Even in situations involving friends or colleagues, security professionals must remain unbiased and follow established policies and procedures. Abuse of access privileges is unethical.
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Confidentiality: Protecting proprietary and private information, including PII, is a core ethical responsibility. Sharing information outside documented channels is a violation.
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Privacy Protections: Safeguarding personal information from unauthorized access or use. Even urgent requests from superiors should not violate established company policies regarding data access.
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Compliance with the Law: Adhering to all relevant laws and regulations. Negligence resulting in data loss is both unethical and illegal.
The module emphasizes the evolving nature of cybersecurity threats and the importance of ethical decision-making in navigating these challenges, using real-world scenarios to illustrate these principles.