Exin Exam PDPF Topic 6 Question 71 Discussion

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Question #: 71
Topic #: 6

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According to the GDPR, what is a task of a supervisory authority?

AInvestigate security breaches of corporate information

BImplement technical and organizational measures to ensure compliance

CMonitor and enforce the application of the GDPR

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Suggested Answer: C

Implement technical and organizational measures to ensure compliance. Incorrect. This is the task of the controller.

Investigate security breaches of corporate information. Incorrect. Only breaches of personal data are a concern of the supervisory authority.

Monitor and enforce the application of the GDPR. Correct. This is the main task of any supervisory authority. (Literature: A, Chapter 7)

by Carylon at Sep 16, 2024, 10:25 AM

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Buddy

2 months ago

I believe the supervisory authority should also investigate security breaches of corporate information to protect data.

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Lili

2 months ago

I agree with Elke. It's important for the supervisory authority to ensure compliance with the GDPR.

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Elke

2 months ago

I think the task of a supervisory authority is to monitor and enforce the application of the GDPR.

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Novella

2 months ago

Wait, so the supervisory authority doesn't even get to play 'Cyber Cop' and investigate breaches? What a let-down. Still, C is the right choice.

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Tula

29 days ago

So, investigating breaches is not their main role, but rather ensuring overall compliance.

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Kent

1 months ago

Exactly, they are responsible for making sure the GDPR is being applied correctly.

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Mable

1 months ago

It's not about playing 'Cyber Cop', but rather ensuring that companies follow the rules.

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Mattie

1 months ago

Yes, the supervisory authority's main task is to monitor and enforce GDPR compliance.

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Leonor

3 months ago

Option B sounds more like the responsibility of the data controller or processor, not the supervisory authority. C is the clear winner here.

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Kip

2 months ago

Absolutely, monitoring and enforcing the application of the GDPR is a key role of the supervisory authority.

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Glory

2 months ago

Yes, you're right. Option C is the task of a supervisory authority according to the GDPR.

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Meaghan

2 months ago

Option C is correct. The supervisory authority is responsible for monitoring and enforcing GDPR compliance.

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Ivan

2 months ago

C) Monitor and enforce the application of the GDPR

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Dalene

2 months ago

B) Implement technical and organizational measures to ensure compliance

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Alease

2 months ago

A) Investigate security breaches of corporate information

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Domingo

3 months ago

Option C seems to be the correct answer. The supervisory authority is responsible for monitoring and enforcing the GDPR, not implementing technical measures or investigating security breaches.

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Niesha

3 months ago

Yes, that's right. They are responsible for making sure the regulations are being followed.

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Kristine

3 months ago

I agree, option C is the correct answer. The supervisory authority is in charge of monitoring and enforcing the GDPR.

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Adolph

3 months ago

I agree with Domingo. The supervisory authority's primary task is to ensure compliance with the GDPR, not to handle technical details or security incidents.

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