Privacy Frameworks CDPSE Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · medium

   An organization is using both the NIST Privacy Framework and ISO/IEC 27701. It wants to ensure that its privacy controls are consistent across both frameworks. What is the best way to achieve this?

   • AUse only one framework and ignore the other
   • BCreate a mapping between the two frameworks and use a common control set
   • CImplement separate controls for each framework
   • DUse the NIST framework as the primary and ISO/IEC 27701 as secondary without mapping
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2. 2foundation · easy

   Why is it important to regularly review and update a privacy framework?

   • ATo replace the framework with a new one every year
   • BTo increase the complexity of the framework to demonstrate thoroughness
   • CTo satisfy auditors even if no changes are needed
   • DTo ensure the framework remains aligned with changing regulations and evolving privacy risks
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4. 3foundation · easy

   Which of the following best describes the role of a privacy framework in an organization's overall governance?

   • AIt is primarily a marketing tool to demonstrate privacy commitment to customers.
   • BIt is a legal requirement that all organizations must adopt a specific framework.
   • CIt acts as a standalone set of rules that only the privacy team must follow.
   • DIt provides a common language and structure for communicating privacy risk to stakeholders and for guiding the design of privacy controls.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   What is the primary benefit of aligning multiple privacy frameworks?

   • AIt guarantees that the organization will pass any privacy certification.
   • BIt helps avoid duplication of effort and ensures consistent privacy controls across the organization.
   • CIt reduces the need for any external audits.
   • DIt allows the organization to claim compliance with all frameworks simultaneously.
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6. 5application · medium

   A privacy team is reviewing its privacy framework after a major regulatory change. What is the most appropriate action to maintain the framework's effectiveness?

   • AUpdate the framework to incorporate the new regulatory requirements
   • BReplace the framework with a new one
   • CKeep the framework unchanged to avoid disruption
   • DWait for the next scheduled review cycle
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