Consumer Reports: Companies Make It Hard to Access Your Personal Data Under State Privacy Laws, CR Finds
Summary
Consumer Reports found that many companies make it difficult for consumers to access their personal data as required by state privacy laws. This is often due to companies budgeting for noncompliance rather than prioritizing data access.
IFF Assessment
FOE
Companies making it hard to access personal data under privacy laws works against consumer data protection efforts.
Defender Context
This highlights a growing challenge for defenders in ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations and protecting consumer data. Organizations need to implement robust data access controls and processes to meet these legal obligations, as non-compliance can lead to reputational damage and potential fines.