The answer is GDPR Article 32, which mandates appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk of processing personal data. This is correct because the clause directly addresses the core requirement of Article 32: implementing measures like pseudonymization, encryption, and resilience of systems to protect against accidental loss or unauthorized access. On the CompTIA SecurityX CAS-004 exam, this tests your ability to map regulatory text to specific data privacy frameworks, often appearing in scenario-based questions where you must identify which GDPR article governs security of processing. A common trap is confusing Article 32 with Article 33 (breach notification) or Article 5 (data minimization principles), so focus on the explicit mention of “security measures” and “risk” as the key identifiers. Memory tip: think “32 = Security Trio” — pseudonymization, encryption, and resilience are the three pillars of Article 32’s requirements.
CAS-004 Governance, Risk and Compliance Practice Question
This CAS-004 practice question tests your understanding of governance, risk and compliance. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Exhibit
Refer to the exhibit.
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The Processor shall implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including inter alia as appropriate:
(a) the pseudonymization and encryption of personal data;
(b) the ability to ensure the ongoing confidentiality, integrity, availability and resilience of processing systems and services;
(c) the ability to restore the availability and access to personal data in a timely manner in the event of a physical or technical incident;
(d) a process for regularly testing, assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of technical and organizational measures for ensuring the security of the processing.
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Refer to the exhibit. This clause is a requirement of which of the following?
Refer to the exhibit.
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The Processor shall implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including inter alia as appropriate:
(a) the pseudonymization and encryption of personal data;
(b) the ability to ensure the ongoing confidentiality, integrity, availability and resilience of processing systems and services;
(c) the ability to restore the availability and access to personal data in a timely manner in the event of a physical or technical incident;
(d) a process for regularly testing, assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of technical and organizational measures for ensuring the security of the processing.
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A
PCI DSS.
Why wrong: PCI DSS has its own set of requirements, not this exact language.
B
GDPR Article 32.
Article 32 of the GDPR details the security of processing, including pseudonymization, encryption, and resilience.
C
ISO 27001.
Why wrong: ISO 27001 is a standard for information security management, but this specific language is from GDPR.
D
HIPAA Security Rule.
Why wrong: HIPAA includes administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, but the wording matches GDPR.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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GDPR Article 32.
Option B is correct because the text is a direct excerpt from the GDPR, Article 32, which mandates security measures for personal data processing.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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PCI DSS.
Why it's wrong here
PCI DSS has its own set of requirements, not this exact language.
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GDPR Article 32.
Why this is correct
Article 32 of the GDPR details the security of processing, including pseudonymization, encryption, and resilience.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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ISO 27001.
Why it's wrong here
ISO 27001 is a standard for information security management, but this specific language is from GDPR.
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HIPAA Security Rule.
Why it's wrong here
HIPAA includes administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, but the wording matches GDPR.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the CAS-004 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Identify which CAS-004 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Governance, Risk and Compliance — This question tests Governance, Risk and Compliance — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: GDPR Article 32. — Option B is correct because the text is a direct excerpt from the GDPR, Article 32, which mandates security measures for personal data processing.
What should I do if I get this CAS-004 question wrong?
Identify which CAS-004 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Variation 1. An organization is evaluating its cloud service provider's security posture as part of third-party risk management. Which regulatory framework requires the organization to ensure that the provider has appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data?
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A.PCI DSS
B.SOX
✓ C.GDPR
D.HIPAA
Why C: GDPR Article 28 explicitly requires data processors to implement appropriate technical and organizational measures. PCI DSS focuses on cardholder data, SOX on financial controls, and HIPAA on healthcare data.
Last reviewed: Jun 24, 2026
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