CISA Protection of Information Assets Practice Question
An organization is implementing a privacy program to comply with GDPR. Which THREE of the following are essential elements for managing cross-border data transfers?
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Why each option matters
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Under GDPR, cross-border data transfers require appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs), or an adequacy decision by the European Commission.
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Why this is correct
SCCs are a legal mechanism for data transfers.
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Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
Why it's wrong here
DPIA is required for high-risk processing, not specifically for transfers.
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Adequacy decision by the European Commission
Why this is correct
An adequacy decision allows transfers to countries with equivalent protection.
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Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
Why this is correct
BCRs are approved internal rules for intra-group transfers.
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Data encryption at rest
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is a security measure but not a legal transfer mechanism.
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