CGRC · Question #316
If an organization shares financial and personal details of a client to other companies without prior consent of the individuals that organization is violating what following Internet law? Response:
The correct answer is C. Privacy law. Sharing a client's financial and personal details with other companies without their prior consent directly violates privacy laws, which govern the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.
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If an organization shares financial and personal details of a client to other companies without prior consent of the individuals that organization is violating what following Internet law? Response:
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- ASecurity law
- BCopyright law
- CPrivacy law
- DTrademark law
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(21 responses)- B5% (1)
- C90% (19)
- D5% (1)
Why each option
Sharing a client's financial and personal details with other companies without their prior consent directly violates privacy laws, which govern the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.
Security law generally refers to laws related to protecting information systems and data from unauthorized access or breaches, not specifically the unauthorized sharing of legally obtained data.
Copyright law protects original works of authorship, such as literary or artistic creations, not personal data.
Sharing financial and personal details (Personal Identifiable Information - PII) without explicit consent is a direct violation of privacy laws. These laws, such as GDPR or various state-specific privacy acts, are designed to protect individuals' control over their personal data and mandate consent for data sharing.
Trademark law protects brand names, logos, and symbols used in commerce, not individuals' personal data.
Concept tested: Data privacy law principles
Source: https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/privacy-security/protecting-personal-information
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