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ME - CyberSec & Priv
ME[M1-4] - CYBERSECURITY AND PRIVACY / IT0204
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| M1: | __________________________________________________________ |
| Which principle requires organizations to demonstrate compliance with data protection laws? | Accountability |
| Which U.S. law was passed after 9/11 to strengthen homeland defense? | Homeland Security Act |
| A company processes personal data of EU citizens without GDPR compliance. This is lawful. | False |
| What does DPIA stand for? | Data Protection Impact Assessment |
| Which law governs EU member states’ network and information security? | NIS Directive |
| A school posts student grades on a public website without consent. This complies with privacy law. | False |
| A retailer collects customer consent before sending marketing emails. This complies with lawful processing. | True |
| Which of the following is an example of personal data? | Phone number |
| Which is a key risk of weak jurisdictional enforcement in data privacy? | Cross-border misuse of data |
| An employee leaks client data via personal email. The company later updates policies. The leak still violates privacy law. | True |
| An e-commerce store fails to notify affected customers after a breach. This complies with breach notification laws. | False |
| Which are principles of lawful processing? | Transparency | Legitimate purpose | Proportionality |
| Which are examples of sector-specific regulations? | GLBA | HIPAA |
| What is the focus of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)? | Credit card transaction security |
| Which are key rights of data subjects under privacy laws? | Right to erasure (forgotten) | Right to rectification | Right to access |
| Which of the following is NOT sensitive personal data? | Weather patterns |
| Which concept involves notifying individuals and authorities after a breach? | Breach notification requirement |
| Which are key purposes of cybersecurity law? | Safeguarding national security | Preventing cyberattacks | Protecting digital infrastructures |
| Which are examples of incident response plan steps? | Identification of incident | Containment | Recovery |
| Which cybersecurity law promotes consumer trust in digital services? | GDPR |
| Which are global privacy frameworks? | GDPR | APEC Privacy Framework |
| An online service allows users to download their stored personal data upon request. This is a privacy right. | True |
| Which of the following is an example of a sector-specific privacy law? | HIPAA |
| Which is a challenge in cross-border data transfer? | Different privacy jurisdictions |
| Which regulation is specific to the European Union? | GDPR |
| Which principle prevents organizations from collecting unlimited data? | Proportionality |
| Which international agency promotes cybersecurity in the EU? | ENISA |
| A tech company enforces multi-factor authentication to protect user accounts. This aligns with cybersecurity best practice. | True |
| Which decade saw the first wave of cybersecurity legislation? | 1980s–1990s |
| A bank reports a data breach 6 months after discovery. This satisfies GDPR requirements. | False |
| Which are elements of the CIA Triad? | Confidentiality | Availability | Integrity |
| Which are examples of cybercrime? | Hacking | Identity theft | Malware distribution |
| A government agency requires explicit consent before collecting fingerprints. This complies with privacy law. | True |
| Which country introduced the “Right to be Forgotten”? | European Union |
| A social media platform asks explicit consent before using personal photos for ads. This follows lawful processing. | True |
| Which principle supports deleting personal data after consent is withdrawn? | Right to be forgotten |
| Cybersecurity laws are important for: | National security, personal data protection, and corporate accountability |
| Which of the following is an example of accountability in practice? | Appointing a Data Protection Officer and keeping compliance records |
| Cybercrime includes: | Hacking, identity theft, malware distribution |
| Which regulation requires strong security measures in healthcare institutions? | HIPAA |
| A Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) is required under GDPR when: | Processing poses high risk to individuals’ rights |
| A retail shop collects customer emails and uses them for unrelated political ads. This complies with data minimization. | False |
| Which are examples of encryption use in compliance? | Protecting stored medical records | Protecting communications with SSL/TLS | Securing online payment transactions |
| A school encrypts student grades and allows only teachers to access them. This aligns with confidentiality. | True |
| Which of the following is a benefit of harmonizing cybersecurity laws internationally? | Facilitating trade and ensuring consistent protection |
| What does “jurisdiction” mean in data privacy? | Legal authority over geographical area or data transfers |
| Which principle requires data collection to be limited to what is necessary? | Proportionality |
| A data breach occurs when: | Confidential or protected data is accessed without authorization |
| An airline keeps passenger passport data forever even after travel. This complies with retention limits. | False |
| Which are safeguards for cross-border data transfers under GDPR? | Binding Corporate Rules | Standard Contractual Clauses | Adequacy decisions |
| The GDPR came into effect in which decade? | 2010s |
| Which best explains “data minimization”? | Collecting only data necessary for stated purposes |
| A cloud storage provider retains backups indefinitely without justification. This complies with retention policies. | False |
| A government publishes citizens’ addresses online without consent. This violates privacy law. | True |
| Which U.S. law targets fraud using computers? | CFAA |
| Which law enforces mandatory breach notifications within 72 hours? | GDPR |
| The U.S. Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) of 1986 primarily addressed: | Computer crimes |
| What is the purpose of pseudonymization? | Reducing re-identification risk by replacing identifiers |
| Which U.S. law addresses protection of patient health information? | HIPAA |
| Which are examples of lawful bases for processing personal data under GDPR? | Contract performance | Legal obligation | Consent |
| Which country pioneered early data protection legislation? | Germany |
| Which is the most critical role of corporate accountability laws? | Ensuring organizations safeguard data and face penalties if not compliant |
| A financial institution encrypts client data and conducts regular audits. This demonstrates accountability. | True |
| A bank notifies customers of a breach within 72 hours. This complies with GDPR. | True |
| What is the “right to be forgotten”? | Requesting deletion of personal data no longer needed |
| Which framework by NIST improves cybersecurity for critical infrastructure? | Cybersecurity Framework |
| Which are examples of accountability practices? | Maintaining records of processing | Conducting DPIAs | Appointing a DPO when required |
| Which regulation addresses consumer privacy in financial services? | GLBA |
| Why are privacy laws crucial in the digital age? | Because personal data is a valuable commodity and misuse is a risk |
| An IT firm conducts a DPIA before launching biometric data processing. This aligns with GDPR. | True |
| Which Philippine law established a comprehensive framework for data protection? | Data Privacy Act of 2012 |
| Which country passed the CFAA? | United States |
| The principle of “data retention” requires: | Storing data only as long as legally or operationally needed |
| Which principle emphasizes giving individuals control over their data? | Consent |
| Which of the following is NOT part of the CIA Triad? | Transparency |
| A cyberattack aiming to make a system unavailable refers to: | Denial of Service |
| Which are benefits of international harmonization of cybersecurity laws? | Easier compliance for global businesses | Facilitation of trade | Consistent data protection standards |
| A hospital restricts access to patient records only to attending physicians. This follows least privilege principle. | True |
| Which U.S. Act of 2002 included provisions for critical infrastructure protection? | Homeland Security Act |
| A website installs tracking cookies without informing users. This complies with transparency principles. | False |
| What is the primary goal of encryption in privacy law compliance? | To prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data |
| Privacy laws primarily regulate: | Collection, processing, and sharing of personal data |
| A company deletes customer data once no longer needed. This follows data minimization. | True |
| A company publishes anonymized statistics without identifiers. This generally complies with privacy law. | True |
| A retailer refuses to correct inaccurate customer data when requested. This complies with privacy rights. | False |
| A company shares medical records with advertisers without consent. This complies with HIPAA. | False |
| Which legal concept refers to replacing identifiers with pseudonyms? | Pseudonymization |
| What does encryption ensure? | Confidentiality and integrity of data |
| The Data Privacy Act of 2012 was enacted in: | Philippines |
| Which U.S. law requires financial institutions to protect consumers’ personal information? | GLBA |
| Which is NOT an example of a cybersecurity incident? | System software update |
| Which are possible consequences of data breaches? | Loss of consumer trust | Legal liability | Financial penalties |
| Which directive aims to achieve a high common level of network security in the EU? | NIS Directive |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | (1 wrong answer) |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| Which is a historical driver for privacy law? | Expansion of the internet and online threats |
| Which event led to stricter international privacy frameworks in the 2000s? | Increasing frequency of cyberattacks |
| Which principle ensures that personal data is processed fairly and lawfully? | Transparency and legitimate purpose |
| Which are recognized sensitive data categories? | Biometric identifiers | Political opinions | Medical information |
| Which law requires impact assessments for high-risk processing activities? | GDPR |
| Which EU law laid the foundation for modern data protection? | Data Protection Directive of 1995 |
| A hospital encrypts patient data but lets all employees access it without logging. This complies with confidentiality. | False |
| Which of the following best defines “cybersecurity”? | Protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks |
| What does “consent” mean in privacy law? | Individual permission before data collection or processing |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| Which of the following defines “cybercrime”? | Illegal activities conducted via computers or the internet |
| Which country’s law is considered a global benchmark for data protection? | EU’s GDPR |
| The accountability principle requires: | Records of processing and demonstration of compliance |
| Which are responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer (DPO)? | Serving as contact point for authorities | Monitoring processing activities | Advising on compliance |
| Which regulation aims to harmonize cybersecurity across EU nations? | NIS Directive |
| Which are major challenges in enforcing cybersecurity laws? | Cross-border jurisdiction conflicts | Rapidly evolving technologies | Sophisticated cybercrime techniques |
| Which are critical elements of national cybersecurity strategies? | Protecting critical infrastructure | Enforcing incident reporting | Public awareness campaigns |
| Which practices comply with data protection principles? | Obtaining informed consent | Encrypting sensitive data | Implementing retention limits |
| A company transfers EU customer data to another country with no equivalent privacy law, without safeguards. This complies with GDPR. | False |
| What is the main focus of cybersecurity law? | Ensuring integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data |
| Which standard secures credit card transactions? | PCI DSS |
| A government requires telecoms to retain communication data only for legally defined periods. This complies with retention limits. | True |
| A bank ignores a client’s request to erase outdated personal data. This complies with the right to be forgotten. | False |
| Which regulation governs personal health information in the healthcare sector? | HIPAA |
| Which are considered personal data? | Biometric Data | Name | IP Address |
| A hospital shares pseudonymized patient data for research with safeguards. This generally complies with privacy law. | True |
| A company refuses to disclose how long it keeps customer data. This demonstrates accountability. | False |
| Which type of law punishes online fraud and identity theft? | Cybercrime law |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| M2: | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | (1 wrong answer) |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| The “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link is required under: | CCPA |
| Which law requires “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link? | CCPA |
| Which EU law came into effect on May 25, 2018? | GDPR |
| Which Philippine DPA violation is committed when an HR department loses an unsecured USB? | Negligence in Access |
| A business processing fewer than 50,000 California users’ data is exempt from CCPA. | True |
| Which GDPR principle ensures data is accurate and kept up to date? | Accuracy |
| A hospital in the Philippines encrypts patient records but fails to notify NPC after a breach within 72 hours. The hospital is compliant with DPA 2012. | False |
| A retailer publishes anonymized sales data with no identifiers. This generally complies with privacy laws. | True |
| Which GDPR principle states only necessary data should be collected? | Data Minimization |
| A firm implements SCCs to transfer EU data abroad. This aligns with GDPR. | True |
| A Philippine government agency discloses citizen data to third parties without consent. This violates DPA 2012. | True |
| Which principle requires companies to adopt security measures from the start of system design? | Data Protection by Design and by Default |
| Which are administrative sanctions under Philippine DPA? | Reprimands and compliance orders |
| Under GDPR, breach notification must always be done within 24 hours. | False |
| Which mechanisms protect EU citizens’ data transferred overseas? | Adequacy Decisions | SCCs | BCRs |
| A U.S. hospital fails to provide patients with a copy of their medical records. This violates HIPAA. | True |
| Which GDPR principle ensures security against accidental loss or destruction? | Integrity and Confidentiality |
| Which law imposes fines up to ₱4M and imprisonment for privacy violations? | Philippine DPA 2012 |
| Which Philippine DPA violation involves using collected data for politics without consent? | Unauthorized Purpose |
| Which organization enforces the Data Privacy Act of 2012 in the Philippines? | National Privacy Commission (NPC) |
| Which HIPAA safeguard involves encrypting electronic health records? | Technical safeguard |
| Which are penalties under the Philippine DPA 2012? | Imprisonment |
| A Russian company requiring all citizen data to remain in Russia demonstrates a localization requirement. | True |
| Which cross-border tool is an internal company policy approved for multinational transfers? | Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) |
| Which consumer right is unique to CCPA? | Right to opt out of data sale |
| Which GDPR right allows individuals to object to processing for marketing? | Right to Object |
| Under GDPR, consent must be freely given, specific, and informed. | True |
| Which of the following is NOT a penalty for violating the Philippine DPA? | Community service only |
| Which rights under CCPA mirror GDPR? | Right to data portability | Right to delete | Right to access |
| Which of the following is a HIPAA enforcement mechanism? | Office for Civil Rights (OCR) |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| A California-based business with $5 million annual revenue automatically falls under CCPA obligations. | False |
| A company must disclose the purpose for which it collects data under CCPA. | True |
| A Philippine university posts student data publicly without consent. This violates DPA 2012. | True |
| GDPR fines can be up to: | €20 million or 4% of global turnover |
| An EU company transfers data to a country with no adequacy decision and no SCCs. This complies with GDPR. | False |
| Which of the following are GDPR data subject rights? | Right to erasure | Right to be informed | Right to restrict processing |
| Which of the following is NOT a key GDPR principle? | Profit Maximization |
| Which Philippine law introduced criminal penalties for data privacy violations? | Data Privacy Act of 2012 |
| Which GDPR right allows individuals to stop processing under certain conditions? | Right to Restrict Processing |
| Which law requires businesses to disclose categories of data collected? | CCPA |
| Which GDPR right allows individuals to request their data be deleted when no longer needed? | Right to be Forgotten |
| Under HIPAA, hospitals may share patient records with advertisers without consent. | False |
| Under DPA 2012, breach notification to the NPC must occur within: | 72 hours |
| Under CCPA, a consumer may demand to know what categories of data a company collects about them. | True |
| Which is an adequacy mechanism under GDPR? | Adequacy Decision by EU Commission |
| Which are key principles of data protection regulations? | Lawfulness, Fairness, Transparency | Data Minimization | Purpose Limitation |
| Which U.S. law gives consumers the right to delete their personal data? | CCPA |
| Which are obligations under HIPAA? | Protect PHI | Provide breach notification | Implement safeguards |
| Which mechanism allows global businesses to transfer data within their subsidiaries? | Binding Corporate Rules |
| Which are consumer rights recognized under GDPR and DPA 2012? | Right to be informed | Right to access | Right to rectification |
| Under GDPR, a DPO is required for companies that monitor data on a large scale. | True |
| A company continues to process EU customer data after consent is withdrawn. This complies with GDPR. | False |
| Which examples count as PHI under HIPAA? | Lab test results | Patient names | Medical history |
| A Philippine telco collects location data for marketing without consent. This complies with DPA 2012. | False |
| A healthcare provider uses strong encryption and access control to protect patient records. This aligns with HIPAA safeguards. | True |
| Which is a key consumer right under GDPR? | Right to data portability |
| Which law has extraterritorial scope, applying to organizations outside its jurisdiction? | GDPR |
| Which law requires organizations to appoint a DPO under certain conditions? | GDPR |
| Which DPA violation is committed when a breach is hidden from NPC? | Concealment of Breach |
| Which law mandates breach reporting both to regulators and individuals? | GDPR |
| Which right is explicitly given to California residents under CCPA? | Right to Know what personal data is collected |
| Which GDPR principle requires businesses to demonstrate compliance? | Accountability |
| Which rights are provided under CCPA? | Right to Know | Right to Delete | Right to Opt Out of Data Sale |
| Which Philippine DPA violation combines two or more offenses? | Combination of Acts |
| Which are key cross-border data transfer challenges? | Data localization rules | Differing national laws | Enforcement complexity |
| Which law applies to California companies with $25M+ revenue or 50K+ consumer data? | CCPA |
| What is the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO)? | Oversee compliance with data protection laws |
| Which are rights under GDPR? | Access | Rectification | Erasure |
| A bank shares PHI without patient consent under HIPAA. This is lawful. | False |
| Which practices comply with GDPR’s consent requirements? | Specific and informed | Freely given | Clear affirmative action |
| Which GDPR right is also mirrored in DPA 2012? | Right to Access |
| Which principle emphasizes that personal data must be processed fairly, lawfully, and transparently? | Lawfulness, Fairness, Transparency |
| Which of the following does NOT fall under GDPR scope? | Local clubs with no personal data |
| An e-commerce firm fails to display a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link for California users. This violates CCPA. | True |
| Which U.S. law protects patient health data? | HIPAA |
| Under HIPAA, which type of data is specially protected? | Protected Health Information (PHI) |
| Which HIPAA requirement ensures breach notification to affected individuals? | Breach Notification Rule |
| Which law grants the right to file legal action after a data breach? | CCPA |
| Which right under GDPR lets individuals transfer data between providers? | Right to Portability |
| Which Philippine DPA violation involves intentionally sharing data to a competitor? | Malicious Disclosure |
| Which of the following is a penalty for intentional violation of CCPA? | $7,500 |
| Which are tools for lawful cross-border transfers under GDPR? | Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) | Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) | Adequacy Decisions |
| Under CCPA, companies can charge higher prices to consumers who opt out of data sales. | False |
| A U.S. company selling to EU customers must comply with GDPR, even if not based in Europe. | True |
| Which of the following is a key feature of GDPR consent? | Must be informed, specific, and unambiguous |
| Which GDPR principle is violated if a company keeps data forever? | Storage Limitation |
| Which are key differences between HIPAA and GDPR? | GDPR covers all personal data | HIPAA is sector-specific | HIPAA focuses on PHI |
| Which CCPA right allows consumers to stop companies from selling their data? | Right to Opt Out |
| Which principle limits keeping data longer than necessary? | Storage Limitation |
| Which GDPR penalty tier covers minor infringements? | €10 million or 2% of global turnover |
| A company deletes inaccurate personal data upon user request. This aligns with GDPR. | True |
| Which cross-border mechanism applies in absence of adequacy decisions? | Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) |
| Under DPA 2012, unauthorized disclosure of personal data may result in imprisonment. | True |
| Which Philippine DPA violation is committed when a teacher posts student grades publicly? | Unauthorized Disclosure |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| M3: | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| A company uses “tabletop exercises” to test its IRP. This technique belongs to which stage? | Preparation |
| An online shopping site was hacked, and stolen card details were sold on the dark web. Which ETSI indicator best applies? | Intrusion |
| Which organizations must comply with HIPAA breach notification rules? | Hospitals | Health insurance companies | Healthcare clearinghouses |
| What is the main purpose of incident assessment? | Determine scope, impact, and severity |
| GDPR requires that breach notifications include details about mitigation efforts. | True |
| Which IRP step involves removing unauthorized accounts created during a breach? | Eradication |
| In the Equifax breach, stolen data included credit card details and Social Security numbers. | True |
| Which breach case showed that acquisition due diligence should include cybersecurity checks? | Marriott |
| After containment, which step involves ensuring malware remnants are fully removed? | Eradication |
| Which law requires notification of a data breach to a supervisory authority within 72 hours? | GDPR |
| Which law primarily enforces consumer rights in California regarding breach notifications? | CCPA |
| Which breach involved attackers injecting malicious scripts into an airline’s website to capture card details? | British Airways |
| Which breach taught the industry about risks in credit-reporting infrastructures? | Equifax |
| Which laws mandate breach notification obligations? | GDPR | HIPAA | Philippine DPA 2012 |
| Which law emphasizes consumer rights to know, delete, and opt-out after a breach? | CCPA |
| Incident response plans should be tested annually or biannually to remain effective. | True |
| An effective IRP requires coordination between technical teams, legal counsel, and communication staff. | True |
| A company tests its breach notification procedures by running a simulation. This falls under which IRP phase? | Preparation |
| A university suffers ransomware but recovers from backup. Which ETSI indicator applies? | Malware |
| Which of the following were highlighted as ETSI Security Incident Indicators? | Website Defacement |
| In HIPAA breach notifications, which of the following must be communicated to individuals? | Description of the incident | Types of PHI involved | Steps individuals should take to protect themselves |
| A company immediately notifies customers about a suspected breach even before confirming it. This may cause panic but fulfills notification duties. | True |
| Under HIPAA, covered entities must notify affected individuals without unreasonable delay. | Post-Recovery Monitoring |
| Which communication channels are acceptable for notifying individuals of a breach? | Written letters | Email notifications | Public announcements (for large-scale incidents) |
| Under HIPAA, media outlets must be informed if a breach affects more than 500 people. | True |
| Which breach response step can be legally required across GDPR, HIPAA, and DPA 2012? | Breach notification to regulators and affected individuals |
| A company failing to notify DPAs within 72 hours under GDPR may face heavy fines. | True |
| A company creates an incident logbook documenting actions during a breach. This practice belongs to which IRP phase? | Identification and Containment |
| Which breaches were notable for delayed notifications? | Yahoo | Equifax |
| If hackers replace a company website with political propaganda, what ETSI indicator is this? | Website Defacement |
| A delay of several years in notifying users about stolen account credentials characterizes which case? | Yahoo |
| The National Privacy Commission (Philippines) requires breach notifications even for suspected incidents. | False |
| An organization using tabletop exercises to simulate attacks is engaging in proactive preparation. | True |
| A hospital ransomware attack encrypted patient files, but the hospital refused to notify regulators because backups restored data. This action is compliant with HIPAA. | False |
| In breach notifications under the Philippine DPA 2012, which information must be provided? | Measures taken by the organization |
| A phishing campaign successfully tricks employees into clicking malicious links. Which immediate step is best? | Containment |
| If an organization keeps a detailed incident response log, it can be used as legal evidence later. | True |
| A company that encrypts sensitive data but still gets breached is not legally required to notify authorities under any law. | False |
| Failing to patch known vulnerabilities is an example of poor preparation in IRP. | True |
| Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act (DPA 2012), who must organizations notify during a major breach? | National Privacy Commission and affected individuals |
| Which recovery activities are considered best practices? | Reinstalling clean software | Restoring data from verified backups | Monitoring for re-infection |
| If an organization contains a breach but does not conduct forensic analysis, the IRP is still complete. | False |
| What is the most important factor in successful breach notifications? | Timeliness and accuracy of disclosure |
| What activities should organizations perform during the Preparation phase of IRP? | Draft incident response policies | Establish CSIRT teams | Conduct training and simulations |
| Under HIPAA, covered entities must notify affected individuals without unreasonable delay. | True |
| Which are common consequences of poor breach notification? | Regulatory fines | Loss of customer trust | Litigation costs |
| The British Airways breach involved stolen data from passengers’ travel itineraries and payment details. | True |
| An attacker modifies DNS records to redirect users to fake sites. Which ETSI indicator best applies? | Website Forgery |
| If a hacker uses fake “Bank Login” emails to steal credentials, what ETSI indicator is this? | Phishing |
| Which are examples of Eradication activities? | Removing malware | Deleting unauthorized user accounts | Applying security patches |
| Which breach forced regulators to stress “data minimization” principles? | British Airways |
| An organization implementing phishing awareness training after an attack is practicing “Lessons Learned.” | True |
| Which IRP phase ensures continuity of critical operations while incidents are addressed? | Containment |
| Which actions are part of the Containment phase in IRP? | Isolating affected systems | Blocking malicious IP addresses |
| A company hires a digital forensics team to analyze a breached database. Which phase of IRP is this? | Identification and Investigation |
| Which industries are especially regulated regarding breach notifications? | Healthcare (HIPAA) | Finance (GDPR, DPA) | E-commerce (PCI-related) |
| What is the main difference between HIPAA and GDPR breach notifications? | HIPAA applies to PHI, GDPR covers all personal data |
| Which ETSI indicator involves overwhelming a server with traffic to disrupt services? | DoS Attack |
| Which incidents specifically involved credit card theft? | British Airways | Target (reference example) |
| Which regulation specifically protects U.S. healthcare patient records during incidents? | HIPAA |
| Which breach highlighted vulnerabilities in web applications through malicious JavaScript? | British Airways |
| Which IRP step is critical for maintaining evidence integrity in potential legal investigations? | Identification and containment |
| Which breach revealed the risk of using third-party scripts for payments? | British Airways |
| Which case taught the importance of vendor and acquisition risk management? | Marriott |
| Which IRP phase ensures that chain of custody is preserved for evidence during forensic investigations? | Identification |
| In breach response, what role does public relations (PR) play? | Managing external communications |
| Which IRP stage involves communicating with external stakeholders, including DPAs and customers? | Notification/Communication |
| Which phase ensures systems are fully functional and secure before going back online? | Recovery |
| Which Philippine regulation obliges companies to submit a breach notification within 72 hours? | DPA 2012 |
| A Philippine hospital loses unencrypted laptops containing patient records. Which step must follow immediately after containment? | Notify NPC and affected patients |
| The Marriott breach showed that vulnerabilities inherited during acquisitions may go unnoticed. | True |
| Lessons Learned meetings should include both technical and non-technical staff. | True |
| Which IRP step would involve reimaging systems and reinstalling clean applications? | Recovery |
| Which factor worsened Yahoo’s response to its breach? | Delay in disclosure to users |
| An organization detects spam campaigns in its network but ignores them because no sensitive data was exposed. This is acceptable under GDPR. | False |
| Which IRP phase comes right after eradication? | Recovery |
| Eradication should always be done before containment to ensure full elimination of threats. | False |
| Which breach taught organizations about the cost of failing to patch known vulnerabilities? | Equifax |
| Which breach revealed vulnerabilities inherited during an acquisition? | Marriott |
| Which body oversees breach notifications under GDPR? | Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) |
| Which best practices apply during the Lessons Learned phase? | Update security policies | Revise training programs | Analyze logs and response effectiveness |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| _______________________________________________________________________ | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| M4: | _______________________________________________________________________ |
| A company continuously trains its staff on data privacy awareness. This is a best practice for compliance. | True |
| Under RA 10173, the right to data portability allows individuals to: | Obtain and transfer their own data to another service provider |
| A company obtains valid consent to collect customer emails but later sells them to marketers without permission. This is lawful under RA 10173. | False |
| Which of the following is an example of privileged communication extended under RA 10173? | Doctor–patient |
| Which law mandated the use of digital signatures in government transactions? | E.O. 810 |
| Which is an example of aiding or abetting cybercrime? | Helping plan a phishing campaign |
| A student records a private phone call with a friend without consent. This is a violation of RA 4200. | True |
| Which of the following is considered system interference under RA 10175? | Launching a denial-of-service attack |
| Which laws address online child protection? | RA 9775 – Anti-Child Pornography Act | RA 10175 – Cybercrime Prevention Act |
| Under RA 10175, system interference refers to: | Disrupting or destroying a computer system |
| Which are functions of the National Privacy Commission (NPC)? | Investigate data breaches | Issue compliance orders | Promote data privacy awareness |
| A hospital requires its contractors to comply with the same privacy standards it follows. This aligns with RA 10173. | True |
| How soon must the NPC be notified of a data breach? | 72 hours |
| A company ignores the NPC’s compliance orders without consequence. This is consistent with RA 10173. | False |
| Which are considered cybercrime offenses under RA 10175? | Illegal access | Identity theft | Cyber libel |
| RA 9775 criminalizes: | Child pornography |
| Which is NOT a right of the data subject? | Right to own government databases |
| What penalty applies for improper disposal of sensitive personal information under RA 10173? | 1–3 years imprisonment and ₱100K–₱1M fine |
| Which is an example of malicious disclosure under RA 10173? | An employee leaking a patient’s HIV status online out of spite |
| RA 8792 grants legal recognition to: | Electronic contracts and digital signatures |
| Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Privacy Accountability? | Outsourcing all personal data with no safeguards |
| Which agency enforces RA 8293 (Intellectual Property Code)? | IPOPHL |
| A blogger posts defamatory remarks about a politician on Facebook. This can be prosecuted as cyber libel under RA 10175. | True |
| The main objective of the Data Privacy Act is to: | Protect personal data while allowing free flow of information |
| What is the penalty for illegal access to critical infrastructure under RA 10175? | Reclusion temporal (12–20 years) |
| A school refuses to correct inaccurate student records when requested. This violates the right to rectification under RA 10173. | True |
| Which law prohibits unauthorized interception of communications? | RA 4200 |
| A company transfers Filipino customer data to a foreign server without ensuring equivalent protection. This is a compliance issue under RA 10173. | True |
| Which are common compliance challenges in the Philippines? | Lack of awareness of privacy laws | Limited resources among SMEs | Cross-border transfer complexities |
| Which are responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer (DPO)? | Ensure compliance with the DPA | Conduct privacy impact assessments | Serve as contact with NPC |
| A group hacks government websites to protest against a law. This is punishable under RA 10175. | True |
| An online seller registers a domain similar to a bank’s name to trick users. This act is considered lawful under RA 10175. | False |
| Which agency leads prosecution of cybercrime? | DOJ-Office of Cybercrime |
| Transparency under RA 10173 means: | Informing data subjects how their data will be collected and processed |
| Rights under the DPA are: | Transferable to heirs upon death or incapacity |
| Which type of data requires stricter protection under RA 10173? | Sensitive personal information |
| Which is an example of computer-related fraud under RA 10175? | Phishing emails to steal banking credentials |
| A person hacks into a bank’s system to steal client information. This is punishable as illegal access under RA 10175. | True |
| The DFA 2019 passport data breach violated: | RA 10173 and RA 10175 |
| What year was the Data Privacy Act (RA 10173) enacted? | 2012 |
| Which law protects intellectual property rights, including software and databases? | RA 8293 |
| Which is NOT a general data privacy principle under RA 10173? | Confidentiality |
| A hospital fails to notify the NPC within 72 hours after discovering a breach of patient records. This violates RA 10173. | True |
| Which rights are granted to data subjects under RA 10173? | Right to be informed | Right to access | Right to rectification |
| Which law criminalizes unauthorized recording of private telephone conversations? | RA 4200 |
| Which laws regulate digital signatures? | RA 8792 – E-Commerce Act | E.O. 810 – Institutionalizing digital signatures |
| Which is an example of a cross-border compliance challenge? | Transferring Filipino personal data to servers abroad |
| Which law criminalizes online child pornography with penalties one degree higher than RA 9775? | RA 10175 |
| A cybercriminal sends phishing emails disguised as government COVID-19 aid notices. This is computer-related fraud under RA 10175. | True |
| A blogger copies entire copyrighted articles and reposts them online without permission. This violates RA 8293. | True |
| Which is a cybercrime under RA 10175? | Unauthorized access to a bank system |