CAS-005 · Question #22
A compliance officer is reviewing the data sovereignty laws in several countries where the organization has no presence. Which of the following is the most likely reason for reviewing these laws?
The correct answer is C. The organization is concerned with new regulatory enforcement in other countries. Data sovereignty laws govern how data must be handled, stored, and transferred based on the jurisdiction in which the data resides. Even if the organization has no physical presence in certain countries, new regulatory enforcement in these regions may affect its operations…
Question
A compliance officer is reviewing the data sovereignty laws in several countries where the organization has no presence. Which of the following is the most likely reason for reviewing these laws?
Options
- AThe organization is performing due diligence of potential tax issues
- BThe organization has been subject to legal proceedings in countries where it has a presence
- CThe organization is concerned with new regulatory enforcement in other countries
- DThe organization has suffered brand reputation damage from incorrect media coverage
How the community answered
(29 responses)- C97% (28)
- D3% (1)
Explanation
Data sovereignty laws govern how data must be handled, stored, and transferred based on the jurisdiction in which the data resides. Even if the organization has no physical presence in certain countries, new regulatory enforcement in these regions may affect its operations, especially if it processes or stores data related to citizens in those countries. Therefore, the compliance officer is likely reviewing these laws to ensure the organization remains compliant with international
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