DPPC26 Pre-Conference Webinar - Data Accountability and Third-Party Risk - Who Owns the Breach?

As organizations increasingly rely on third-party vendors for critical operations, the question of data accountability has never been more urgent. With cyberattacks and data breaches on the rise, understanding who bears responsibility when a breach occurs is vital for compliance, governance, and maintaining trust with customers.

In anticipation of the Data Privacy and Protection Conference 2026 (DPPC26), our pre-conference webinar titled “Data Accountability and Third-Party Risk: Who Owns the Breach?” will explore the complex landscape of third-party risk management and data accountability. This session will bring together legal experts, data privacy professionals, inforamation officers and risk managers to unpack the shared responsibilities between organizations and their vendors, as well as the regulatory and reputational implications of data breaches.

Key discussion points include:

• Identifying and managing risks posed by third-party vendors and partners.
• Legal and regulatory frameworks governing data accountability.
• Strategies for contractual and operational safeguards to mitigate breach risk.
• Case studies highlighting lessons learned from recent high-profile breaches.

Participants will gain actionable insights into establishing robust third-party risk management programs, ensuring compliance with evolving data protection laws, and preparing their organizations to respond effectively in the event of a breach.

Who should attend:

• Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
• Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
• Risk and Compliance Leaders
• Legal and Procurement Professionals
• IT and Cybersecurity Specialists

This free-to-attend webinar is designed to serve as a prelude to DPPC26, providing an interactive forum for practitioners to explore the nuances of accountability in the age of outsourcing and cloud services.

Secure your spot today and join the conversation on the critical question: Who truly owns the breach?

Register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ac339599-f78f-4819-9e0d-fa0906ed8145@08922a01-138a-4120-8509-7ad00e2132a7