People search sites put healthcare workers' data at risk

A new study reveals the extent to which medical professionals’ personal information is publicly available online, leaving them vulnerable to stalking and other forms of threats. The report from data privacy and personal data removal service Incogni looks at 768 medical department heads from major US hospitals to see what personal information is publicly accessible and shows some concerning results. Of the 744 professionals whose basic information could be located, 71.9 percent had personal data exposed on at least one people search site. 39.7 percent were listed on five or more sites, and 26 percent appeared on 10 or more.… [Continue Reading]