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CAS-004 Practice Question: A global financial firm must comply with GDPR and…
A global financial firm must comply with GDPR and SOX. The CISO wants to consolidate controls across frameworks using a single set of controls. Which approach best addresses this requirement?
⚠ Common exam trap
The CAS-004 exam often tests the misconception that simply automating compliance with GRC tools or focusing on the strictest regulation is sufficient, but the correct approach requires a unified framework that harmonizes controls across all applicable regulations.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Adopt a unified control framework such as NIST SP 800-53
Adopting a unified control framework such as NIST SP 800-53 allows the firm to map controls from GDPR and SOX into a single, comprehensive set, reducing duplication and ensuring consistent compliance. This approach leverages the framework's catalog of controls, which can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of multiple regulations simultaneously, aligning with the CISO's goal of consolidation.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Adopt a unified control framework such as NIST SP 800-53
Why this is correct
Allows mapping to multiple regulations
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Focus only on the most stringent regulation
Why it's wrong here
Ignores overlapping requirements
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Implement automated GRC tools without changing controls
Why it's wrong here
Does not address control consolidation
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Maintain separate control sets for each regulation
Why it's wrong here
Increases complexity and redundancy
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