The right to be forgotten refers to an individual's legal right, under regulations such as GDPR, to request the deletion of all personal data held about them by an organization. This gives individuals control over their digital footprint and privacy.
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CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Official Study Guide, Domain 5.4: "The right to be forgotten is a privacy right allowing individuals to request deletion of their personal data." Exam Objectives 5.4: "Given a scenario, implement data security and privacy practices."