Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) — Question 194

Internal audits add value to the privacy program primarily though what?

Answer options

• A. Evaluating the effectiveness of the privacy program.
• B. Remediating gaps in the privacy program noted by management.
• C. Remediating gaps in the privacy program noted within audit reports.
• D. Determining the applicability of certain privacy regulations to the organization.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as internal audits primarily evaluate the effectiveness of the privacy program, ensuring it meets its objectives. Options B and C focus on remediation, which is a follow-up action rather than a primary function of audits. Option D concerns regulatory applicability rather than the evaluation of the program itself.