With the rise in popularity of CRISPR gene editing there have been increasing ethical considerations surrounding the storage of genetic information.  These considerations include the security measures to limit the access to the data, and how this data should be used once collected. In Hacking Humans: Protecting our DNA From Cybercriminals the author notes the medical advancements resulting from DNA collection and research; however, it’s necessary to consider all implications of conducting CRISPR editing.  Companies have the responsibility to inform individuals if there is a data breach, especially since we cannot change our genetic material.  CRISPR raises the ethical question of how to store this information without identifying factors. Researchers can better protect patients if they are able to eliminate PII from the records, enhancing overall security. Yet, by removing this data it removes the ability for researchers to inform patients if their DNA is stolen during a hacking event.  Another consideration for researchers is how long to keep this genetic information in their databases. The longer the data is stored, the higher the chance for it to be breached. But it often takes time for researchers to make new medical discoveries—meaning that if they eliminate the data too soon then it will prevent patients from receiving treatments. Ultimately, this type of data needs to be maintained in a secured environment, where limited individuals have access, and possibly have the information encrypted to maintain the security and integrity of the data.