Cyber Law at Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan has developed a robust legal framework for cybersecurity and personal data protection, aligning with international standards like the EU's GDPR. Here's an overview of the key legislation:
🛡️ Personal Data Protection Law (No. 94-III, 2013)
Enacted in 2013, this law governs the collection, processing, and protection of personal data in Kazakhstan Key provisions include:
Consent Requirement: Personal data must be collected and processed with the individual's consent, except in specific circumstances such as legal obligations or public interest
Data Localization: Personal data must be stored on servers within Kazakhstan's territory
Rights of Data Subjects: Individuals have the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data
Data Breach Notification: Organizations are required to notify the relevant authorities and affected individuals in the event of a data breach
Cross-Border Data Transfer: Transfer of personal data outside Kazakhstan is permitted only to countries that ensure an adequate level of data protection
Penalties for Non-Compliance: Violations can result in administrative fines, civil liability, and criminal penalties, including imprisonment
🔐 Cybersecurity Law
Kazakhstan's cybersecurity law establishes measures to protect information systems and networks from cyber threat. Key aspects include:
Critical Information Infrastructure Identification and protection of critical infrastructure sector.
Incident Reporting Mandatory reporting of cybersecurity incidents to the relevant authorities.
National Cybersecurity Authority Establishment of a central authority responsible for coordinating cybersecurity effort.
Penalties for Cybercrimes Imposition of penalties for unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber offense.
For detailed information, you can refer to the official legal texts available on Kazakhstan's legal information porta.
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