CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
A multinational organization handles personal data of EU residents. Which regulatory requirement must the information security program address?
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Why each option matters
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GDPR
GDPR applies to any organization processing personal data of EU residents, regardless of location.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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SOX
Why it's wrong here
SOX applies to financial reporting, not personal data.
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PCI DSS
Why it's wrong here
PCI DSS applies to payment card data.
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HIPAA
Why it's wrong here
HIPAA applies to healthcare data in the US.
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GDPR
Why this is correct
GDPR protects personal data of EU residents.
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