Clyde & Co – Open source intelligence – Key risks companies should be aware of

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Many organisations and individuals are unaware of the variety and richness of information and data sources that are publicly available, and therefore the many risks they could face as a result. Such open source intelligence may expose a company and its directors to litigation risk caused by data leakage or unlawful disclosure of personal data for instance. This article discusses the different risks of open source intelligence and points out how publicly available information can be used by criminals to help facilitate crime.