GDPR and Software Dependencies: Managing Third-Party Data Risks
As organizations increasingly rely on third-party software components to accelerate product development, the complexities of managing data privacy, especially within the European market, have grown substantially. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) enforces stringent requirements for personal data handling, making it essential for software development teams, DevOps engineers, security professionals, and CTOs to understand how third-party dependencies affect compliance and risk management.
This post explores GDPR’s implications on software dependencies, outlines common challenges, and provides actionable strategies for managing third-party data risks effectively.