Ethical Analysis of Information Security Critical Theory Perspectives

EasyChair Preprint no. 13499

Abstract

The ethical dimensions of information security and privacy are paramount in contemporary society, as technological advancements increasingly permeate every aspect of our lives. However, navigating these complex ethical landscapes poses significant challenges, especially when traditional ethical theories fail to adequately address collective concerns inherent in information security practices. This paper argues for the integration of critical theory into the discourse surrounding information security ethics, emphasizing its potential to uncover ethical blind spots and provide a framework for addressing them. Using the example of UK electronic medical records, the paper demonstrates how a critical lens can illuminate issues often overlooked by conventional ethical frameworks, such as the impact of social and organizational structures on data privacy.

By acknowledging the intrinsic links between critical theory and ethics, this paper proposes a novel approach to researching and innovating responsibly in the realm of information security. In today's increasingly digital world, the ethical considerations surrounding information security and privacy have become more critical than ever. With technology touching almost every aspect of our lives, ensuring that data is handled ethically is essential. However, this task is complicated by the fact that traditional ethical theories often fall short in addressing the broader societal implications of information security practices. By recognizing the intrinsic links between critical theory and ethics, this paper proposes a new approach to researching and innovating in information security. By incorporating critical perspectives into our analyses and decision-making processes, we can develop more responsible and socially conscious solutions to the ethical dilemmas posed by modern technology.

Keyphrases: critical theory, Information Security, information security policy

@Booklet{EasyChair:13499,
  author = {Khadija Shakeel},
  title = {Ethical Analysis of Information Security Critical Theory Perspectives},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint no. 13499},

  year = {EasyChair, 2024}}