Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) — Question 213

Read the following steps:
Perform frequent data back-ups.
Perform test restorations to verify integrity of backed-up data.
Maintain backed-up data offline or on separate servers.
These steps can help an organization recover from what?

Answer options

• A. Phishing attacks
• B. Authorization errors
• C. Ransomware attacks
• D. Stolen encryption keys

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as ransomware attacks often involve data being encrypted and held hostage, making backups essential for recovery. While phishing attacks, authorization errors, and stolen encryption keys are important security concerns, they do not specifically relate to the need for frequent data backups and test restorations as a recovery strategy.