Безпека інформаційних мереж та захист прайвесі: європейські стандарти й інтеграційні виклики для України

The article is dedicated to analyzing key categories in the field of information security and privacy protection in the context of the development of the information society and Ukraine’s integration into the European Union. The study explores the concepts of «information network security,» «information privacy,» and «privacy protection in information networks,» which form the foundation of legal regulation in this domain. The article examines the evolution of information privacy and privacy protection in information networks, as well as their relationship with the broader concept of information security. It also addresses challenges related to the application of artificial intelligence (AI), Big Data, and the Internet of Things (IoT), which introduce new threats to privacy and necessitate the development of innovative approaches to data protection. The author emphasizes the importance of balancing citizens’ rights to privacy with the state’s needs in the field of information security, as well as the necessity of developing effective legal and technical mechanisms capable of adapting to modern threats and challenges. Particular attention is given to the development of European standards for personal data protection, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ISO/IEC 27001, as well as the challenges associated with ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in the context of digitalization and globalization. The article analyzes the significance of international standards and EU legal acts, which serve as the foundation for creating an effective system of information security and privacy protection. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of implementing these norms in Ukrainian legislation to harmonize Ukraine’s legal framework with the EU acquis. The research findings aim to contribute to the development of a legal strategy for personal data protection in the modern information environment, ensuring the reliability of information networks, and upholding human rights. The relevance of this issue is further heightened in the context of Ukraine’s integration into the EU, where the implementation of European privacy protection standards is a crucial prerequisite for achieving a high level of information security. The author underscores that Ukraine’s integration into the EU requires the adaptation of national legislation to European standards, including the implementation of modern mechanisms for personal data protection, enhancing cybersecurity levels, and ensuring transparency in information processing. The article is focused on developing a legal strategy for personal data protection in the modern information environment, ensuring the reliability of information networks, and safeguarding human rights in the context of European integration.