Understanding Sensitive Personal Information (SPI): Payroll & Medical Data

Personal payroll and medical are all examples of sensitive personal information (SPI), which is any information that can be used to identify an individual and that could be misused to cause harm. This information includes:

- Name, address, and phone number

- Social Security number

- Driver's license number

- Passport number

- Financial account numbers

- Medical records

- Personal email address

- Home address

SPI is often collected by businesses and organizations for legitimate purposes, such as employment, financial transactions, and healthcare. However, it is important for businesses and organizations to take steps to protect SPI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This can be done by implementing security measures such as:

- Access controls

- Encryption

- Firewalls

- Intrusion detection systems

- Employee training

By taking these steps, businesses and organizations can help protect the privacy of their customers and employees.