CISA Protection of Information Assets Practice Question
During an audit of privacy controls, the IS auditor discovers that the organization processes personal data of EU residents but has not appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO). Which regulation is MOST likely being violated?
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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GDPR
GDPR requires mandatory appointment of a DPO for organizations that process special categories of data or engage in large-scale systematic monitoring. The other regulations do not have a DPO requirement.
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 does not mandate a DPO.
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SOX
Why it's wrong here
SOX does not have a DPO requirement.
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HIPAA
Why it's wrong here
HIPAA does not require a DPO.
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GDPR
Why this is correct
GDPR mandates a DPO under certain conditions, which likely apply here.
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