CDPSE Privacy Engineering Practice Question
Which TWO techniques should be used to protect PII in non-production environments to ensure the data remains non-identifiable?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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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Pseudonymization
Anonymization and pseudonymization (if key access is restricted) are standard methods for protecting non-prod data.
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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Pseudonymization
Why this is correct
Separating identifiers from data reduces risk.
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Full database mirroring
Why it's wrong here
This replicates sensitive data.
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Public internet exposure
Why it's wrong here
This is an insecure practice.
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Plaintext replication
Why it's wrong here
This is a major privacy risk.
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Anonymization
Why this is correct
Irreversible transformation protects identity.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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