Sensitive PII
Sensitive PII includes data that, if mishandled or disclosed, can result in significant harm to an individual, such as identity theft, financial fraud, or violations of privacy.
- Examples: Bank account numbers, credit/debit card details.
- Sources: Financial institutions, payment processing systems, or tax forms.
- Examples: Medical records, health insurance IDs, or lab test results.
- Sources: Healthcare providers, insurance companies, or electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Examples: Fingerprints, facial recognition data, iris scans.
- Sources: Access control systems, mobile devices, or government identification programs.
4. **Government-Issued Identification Numbers
- Examples: Social Security Number (SSN), National Insurance Number, taxpayer identification numbers.
- Sources: Government forms, tax filings, or employment records.
5. **Geolocation Information (Highly Detailed)
- Examples: GPS tracking data, real-time location details.
- Sources: Mobile apps, vehicle telematics systems, or IoT devices.
6. **Authentication Credentials
- Examples: Passwords, PINs, security questions/answers.
- Sources: User accounts, authentication systems, or internal IT directories.