Routes for breaching and protecting genetic privacy
This work tackles the problem of protecting genetic privacy for data originators in fields like medical research and healthcare, but it appears incremental as it focuses on mapping and discussing existing threats and strategies without introducing new methods.
The paper maps threats to genetic privacy and discusses mitigation strategies for privacy-preserving dissemination of genetic data, addressing concerns in the era of ubiquitous genetic information for research and clinical care.
We are entering the era of ubiquitous genetic information for research, clinical care, and personal curiosity. Sharing these datasets is vital for rapid progress in understanding the genetic basis of human diseases. However, one growing concern is the ability to protect the genetic privacy of the data originators. Here, we technically map threats to genetic privacy and discuss potential mitigation strategies for privacy-preserving dissemination of genetic data.