Certified Information Security Manager CISM · Free Practice Question Easy
Question 121
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018 in the United Kingdom?
- A To regulate internet service providers and their handling of customer data
- B To enforce cross-border data processing agreements between the UK and EU
- C To establish mandatory cybersecurity standards for UK businesses
- D To align with the principles of GDPR and establish the UK's own data protection framework
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Correct Answer: To align with the principles of GDPR and establish the UK's own data protection framework: The Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018 in the UK was enacted to align with the principles of GDPR and establish a post-Brexit data protection framework. It ensures that personal data protection remains robust in the UK while following similar GDPR principles. The Incorrect Answers: To establish mandatory cybersecurity standards for UK businesses: The DPA 2018 focuses on data protection and privacy, not on setting cybersecurity standards. To enforce cross-border data processing agreements between the UK and EU: While cross-border data transfers are addressed, the primary goal of DPA 2018 is to protect personal data in the UK. To regulate internet service providers and their handling of customer data: The DPA 2018 applies to all organizations processing personal data, not just internet service providers.Discussion
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