Survey Results

A breach of survey results can expose sensitive data, including identifiable information such as names, email addresses, contact numbers, survey responses, and demographic details, which can significantly impact a business’s operations, reputation, and compliance obligations.

  • Types of Compromised Data:

    • Identifiable information: names, email addresses, contact numbers

    • Survey responses: opinions, preferences, and attitudes towards products or services

    • Demographic details: age, gender, location, and income level

  • Potential Consequences for Businesses:

    • Operational disruptions: rerouting resources to manage the breach and its repercussions

    • Reputational damage: diminished customer trust and confidence in the brand

    • Regulatory non-compliance: potential legal repercussions and financial penalties due to violations of data protection laws such as GDPR