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# O3.6 Establish multi-layered security controls to protect data throughout its lifecycle

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Principle" %}
[O3 Ensure data privacy by design](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/operational-principles/o3-ensure-data-privacy-by-design.md)
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Risk" %}
[RI4 Disempowerment](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-inclusion.md)

[SV4 Technical shortcomings](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md)

[RS1 Privacy Vulnerability ](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-safety.md)
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Lifecycle Stage" %}
[L2 Strategy and Design](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l2-strategy-and-design-old.md)
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

## Practices

> * Use best security practices, including enabling 2FA by default for users (and/or combining such practices with automated fraud detection practices to detect anomalous activity).
> * Implement encryption protocols that protect all data throughout its transmission and storage. Example: How Estonian xRoad is secured (data storage)

## Resources

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>Case Study</strong></mark></td><td>( to come soon..)</td></tr><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>References</strong></mark></td><td><a href="https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-impact-assessments">Department of Homeland Security. Privacy Impact Assessments.</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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