A Linux Admin’s Guide to Ensuring Data Privacy in 2025

In 2025, we Linux security admins face new challenges brought on by growing data privacy concerns that demand increased attention to detail and strict compliance . The rise of biometric security''a powerful tool for authentication''also brings significant risks if not managed correctly. Look no further than the high-profile troubles of Bunnings Group and White Castle , where failures in obtaining explicit user consent for biometric data collection led to legal and financial repercussions. Ensuring transparent, consent-based data collection practices is key to avoiding similar pitfalls.