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Question#1

In a mobile app for purchasing and selling concert tickets, users are prompted to create a personalized profile prior to engaging in transactions. Once registered, users can securely access their profiles within the app, empowering them to manage and modify personal data as needed.
Which foundational Privacy by Design (PbD) principle does this feature follow?

A. Proactive, not reactive; preventative, not remedial.
B. Full functionality ― positive-sum, not zero-sum.
C. Respect for user privacy - keep it user-centric.
D. End-to-end security ― full life cycle protection.

Explanation:
This scenario follows the Privacy by Design (PbD) principle of “Respect for User Privacy C Keep it User-Centric” because it gives users direct control over their personal data, allowing them to access, modify, and manage their information.
Option A (Proactive, not reactive; preventative, not remedial) emphasizes anticipating privacy risks before they arise, which is not the focus of this feature.
Option B (Full functionality C positive-sum, not zero-sum) refers to integrating privacy protections without sacrificing usability or security.
Option D (End-to-end security C full life cycle protection) relates to safeguarding data throughout its entire life cycle, which is not the main principle demonstrated in this scenario.
Reference: CIPM Official Textbook, Module: Privacy by Design (PbD) and Privacy Engineering C Section on User Control and Transparency Principles.

Question#2

All of the following are accurate regarding the use of technical security controls EXCEPT?

A. Technical security controls are part of a data governance strategy.
B. Technical security controls deployed for one jurisdiction often satisfy another jurisdiction.
C. Most privacy legislation lists the types of technical security controls that must be implemented.
D. A person with security knowledge should be involved with the deployment of technical security controls.

Explanation:
While privacy laws require appropriate technical security controls, most laws do not specify exactly which controls must be used. Instead, they mandate organizations to adopt "appropriate technical and organizational measures".
Option A (Part of data governance strategy) is correct because security controls support data protection and privacy governance.
Option B (Often satisfy multiple jurisdictions) is correct since common security measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) align with various privacy regulations.
Option D (Security expert involvement) is correct because deploying security controls requires
specialized knowledge.
Reference: CIPM Official Textbook, Module: Privacy and Data Security C Section on Legal Requirements for Technical Controls.

Question#3

“Respond” in the privacy operational lifecycle includes which of the following?

A. Information security practices and functional area integration.
B. Privacy awareness training and compliance monitoring.
C. Communication to stakeholders and alignment to laws.
D. Information requests and privacy rights requests.

Explanation:
“Respond” in the privacy operational lifecycle includes information requests and privacy rights requests, which are requests from individuals or authorities to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of personal data. The privacy program must have processes and procedures to handle such requests in a timely and compliant manner. The other options are not part of the “respond” phase, but rather belong to other phases such as “protect”, “aware”, or “align”.
Reference: CIPM Body of Knowledge, Domain III: Privacy Program Operational Life Cycle, Section D: Respond.

Question#4

SCENARIO
Please use the following to answer the next QUESTION:
For 15 years, Albert has worked at Treasure Box C a mail order company in the United States (U.S.) that used to sell decorative candles around the world, but has recently decided to limit its shipments to customers in the 48 contiguous states. Despite his years of experience, Albert is often overlooked for managerial positions. His frustration about not being promoted, coupled with his recent interest in issues of privacy protection, have motivated Albert to be an agent of positive change.
He will soon interview for a newly advertised position, and during the interview, Albert plans on making executives aware of lapses in the company’s privacy program. He feels certain he will be rewarded with a promotion for preventing negative consequences resulting from the company’s outdated policies and procedures.
For example, Albert has learned about the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountans)/CICA (Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants) Privacy Maturity Model (PMM). Albert thinks the model is a useful way to measure Treasure Box’s ability to protect personal data. Albert has noticed that Treasure Box fails to meet the requirements of the highest level of maturity of this model; at his interview, Albert will pledge to assist the company with meeting this level in order to provide customers with the most rigorous security available.
Albert does want to show a positive outlook during his interview. He intends to praise the company’s commitment to the security of customer and employee personal data against external threats. However, Albert worries about the high turnover rate within the company, particularly in the area of direct phone marketing. He sees many unfamiliar faces every day who are hired to do the marketing, and he often hears complaints in the lunch room regarding long hours and low pay, as well as what seems to be flagrant disregard for company procedures.
In addition, Treasure Box has had two recent security incidents. The company has responded to the incidents with internal audits and updates to security safeguards. However, profits still seem to be affected and anecdotal evidence indicates that many people still harbor mistrust. Albert wants to help the company recover. He knows there is at least one incident the public in unaware of, although Albert does not know the details. He believes the company’s insistence on keeping the incident a secret could be a further detriment to its reputation. One further way that Albert wants to help Treasure Box regain its stature is by creating a toll-free number for customers, as well as a more efficient procedure for responding to customer concerns by postal mail.
In addition to his suggestions for improvement, Albert believes that his knowledge of the company’s recent business maneuvers will also impress the interviewers. For example, Albert is aware of the company’s intention to acquire a medical supply company in the coming weeks.
With his forward thinking, Albert hopes to convince the managers who will be interviewing him that he is right for the job.
On which of the following topics does Albert most likely need additional knowledge?

A. The role of privacy in retail companies
B. The necessary maturity level of privacy programs
C. The possibility of delegating responsibilities related to privacy
D. The requirements for a managerial position with privacy protection duties

Explanation:
The topic that Albert most likely needs additional knowledge on is the necessary maturity level of privacy programs. Albert thinks that the AICPA/CICA Privacy Maturity Model (PMM) is a useful way to measure Treasure Box’s ability to protect personal data, and that the company should aim to meet the highest level of maturity of this model. However, Albert may not realize that the PMM is not a prescriptive or definitive standard for privacy programs, but rather a descriptive and flexible tool for self-assessment and improvement. The PMM does not require or expect organizations to achieve the highest level of maturity for all privacy practices, as this may not be feasible, realistic, or appropriate for their specific context, objectives, and risks. The PMM recognizes that different levels of maturity may be suitable for different organizations or different aspects of their privacy programs, depending on their needs and circumstances. Therefore, Albert should not assume that the highest level of maturity is always the best or the most rigorous option for privacy protection. Albert should learn more about how to use the PMM effectively and appropriately, and how to determine the optimal level of maturity for Treasure Box’s privacy program.
The other options are not topics that Albert most likely needs additional knowledge on. Albert seems to have a good understanding of the role of privacy in retail companies, as he is aware of the importance of protecting customer and employee personal data, as well as complying with relevant laws and regulations. Albert also seems to have a good understanding of the possibility of delegating responsibilities related to privacy, as he plans to assist the company with meeting its privacy obligations and goals. Albert also seems to have a good understanding of the requirements for a managerial position with privacy protection duties, as he intends to demonstrate his knowledge, skills, and experience in this area during his interview.
Reference: [AICPA/CICA Privacy Maturity Model]; [Privacy Maturity Model: How Mature Is Your Privacy Program?]

Question#5

SCENARIO
Please use the following to answer the next QUESTION:
Edufox has hosted an annual convention of users of its famous e-learning software platform, and over time, it has become a grand event. It fills one of the large downtown conference hotels and overflows into the others, with several thousand attendees enjoying three days of presentations, panel discussions and networking. The convention is the centerpiece of the company's product rollout schedule and a great training opportunity for current users. The sales force also encourages prospective clients to attend to get a better sense of the ways in which the system can be customized to meet diverse needs and understand that when they buy into this system, they are joining a community that feels like family.
This year's conference is only three weeks away, and you have just heard news of a new initiative supporting it: a smartphone app for attendees. The app will support late registration, highlight the featured presentations and provide a mobile version of the conference program. It also links to a restaurant reservation system with the best cuisine in the areas featured. "It's going to be great," the developer, Deidre Hoffman, tells you, "if, that is, we actually get it working!" She laughs nervously but explains that because of the tight time frame she'd been given to build the app, she outsourced the job to a local firm. "It's just three young people," she says, "but they do great work." She describes some of the other apps they have built. When asked how they were selected for this job, Deidre shrugs. "They do good work, so I chose them."
Deidre is a terrific employee with a strong track record. That's why she's been charged to deliver this rushed project. You're sure she has the best interests of the company at heart, and you don't doubt that she's under pressure to meet a deadline that cannot be pushed back. However, you have concerns about the app's handling of personal data and its security safeguards. Over lunch in the break room, you start to talk to her about it, but she quickly tries to reassure you, "I'm sure with your help we can fix any security issues if we have to, but I doubt there'll be any. These people build apps for a living, and they know what they're doing. You worry too much, but that's why you're so good at your job!"
What safeguard can most efficiently ensure that privacy protection is a dimension of relationships with vendors?

A. Include appropriate language about privacy protection in vendor contracts.
B. Perform a privacy audit on any vendor under consideration.
C. Require that a person trained in privacy protection be part of all vendor selection teams.
D. Do business only with vendors who are members of privacy trade associations.

Explanation:
This answer is the best way to ensure that privacy protection is a dimension of relationships with vendors, as it can establish clear and binding terms and conditions for both parties regarding their roles and responsibilities for data processing activities. Including appropriate language about privacy protection in vendor contracts can help to define the scope, purpose, duration and type of data processing, as well as the rights and obligations of both parties. The contracts can also specify the technical and organizational measures that the vendor must implement to protect the data from unauthorized or unlawful access, use, disclosure, alteration or destruction, and to notify the organization of any security incidents or breaches. The contracts can also allow the organization to monitor, audit or inspect the vendor’s performance and compliance with the contract terms and applicable laws and regulations.
Reference: IAPP CIPM Study Guide, page 82; ISO/IEC 27002:2013, section 15.1.2

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