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851-0734-00L 2 Credits BSC , DS , MSC D-ITET , D-GESS
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Information Security Law

Recht der Informationssicherheit

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Ursula Widmer
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:28:46

Abstract

Introduction to Information Security Law for non-legal students respectively prospective decision-makers in companies and public authorities who will have to deal with information security issues (CIOs, COOs, CEOs). The lectures will focus on the legal aspects of the security of ICT infrastructures, including networks (Internet), and of the transported and processed information.

Objective

The objective is to understand the meaning and aims of information security and of the legal framework, to acquaint them with the legal instruments available to provide effective protection for infrastructures and sensitive legal assets, and to present an analysis of possible legal loopholes and potential measures. No prior legal knowledge is required for those wishing to attend these lectures.

Content

The lectures will deal with industry-specific as well as cross-sector specific themes involving both technology and law from the areas of data protection law, computer crime, statutory duties of confidentiality, telecommunication surveillance (Internet), electronic signatures, liability etc.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The lectures will be accompanied by powerpoint slide presentations, downloadable before the lectures begin, or available as hard copy at the lectures themselves.

Literature

References to further literature sources will be given in the lectures.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , DS , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Recht der Informationssicherheit
  • Thu 10:15-12:00 (ETZ E 9)
2 h weekly

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