CAS-004 Governance, Risk, and Compliance Practice Question
A financial institution is implementing a privacy program based on GDPR principles. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'privacy by design'?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Embedding privacy controls into the design and architecture of systems and processes
Privacy by design is a proactive approach that integrates privacy into the system development lifecycle, not just a one-time assessment.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Ensuring that data subjects can exercise their rights upon request
Why it's wrong here
This is about data subject rights, not design.
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Appointing a Data Protection Officer to oversee all privacy matters
Why it's wrong here
The DPO is a role, not a design principle.
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Embedding privacy controls into the design and architecture of systems and processes
Why this is correct
This is the essence of privacy by design.
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Conducting a privacy impact assessment after a data breach
Why it's wrong here
PIAs should be done before processing, not after a breach.
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