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Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations in Argentina

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General Requirements

In Argentina, there are general and organizational standards for security measures that all business sectors must fulfill. The Applicable Laws require entities and organizations of the National Public Sector to develop an Information Security Policy compatible with their primary responsibilities and competencies.

  • General Standards: All business sectors must fulfill general and organizational standards for security measures.
  • Public Sector Requirements: Entities and organizations of the National Public Sector are required to develop an Information Security Policy compatible with their primary responsibilities and competencies.
  • Critical Infrastructure Regulations: Critical infrastructure regulations, such as those related to telecommunications, healthcare, and finance, have specific cybersecurity requirements.

Specific Sectors

Each sector in Argentina has its own set of regulations and requirements for cybersecurity. Here are some examples:

Telecommunications

Regulations aim to protect information security and ICT systems. Licensees must comply with standards for health information systems and security and cybersecurity protocols.

  • Health Information Systems: Regulations require licensees to implement strict standards for managing health data.
  • Security and Cybersecurity Protocols: Licensees must comply with regulations related to security and cybersecurity protocols.

Healthcare

Regulations require healthcare institutions and professionals to safeguard patients’ data. This includes implementing strict standards for managing health data, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.

  • Patient Data Protection: Regulations require healthcare institutions and professionals to safeguard patients’ data.
  • Health Data Management: Strict standards are required for managing health data, including telemedicine and electronic medical records.

Financial Sector

The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) has issued regulations on cybersecurity, applicable to regulated entities, such as financial institutions and payment service providers.

  • Cybersecurity Regulations: The BCRA has issued regulations on cybersecurity for regulated entities.
  • Payment Service Providers: Payment service providers must comply with the BCRA’s cybersecurity regulations.

Regulatory Authorities

There are several regulatory authorities in Argentina that play a crucial role in enforcing cybersecurity laws and regulations. Here are some examples:

  • National Entity of Communications (ENACOM): ENACOM has issued non-binding rules aimed at guaranteeing the responsible use of technology to prevent cybercrimes or risky practices.
  • ANMAT Regulation No. 9,703/22: ANMAT Regulation No. 9,703/22 approved a policy regarding the protection of information processed by ANMAT, aligning with the minimum information security requirements for state agencies.

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