Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E) — Question 144

When is data sharing agreement MOST likely to be needed?

Answer options

• A. When anonymized data is being shared.
• B. When personal data is being shared between commercial organizations acting as joint data controllers.
• C. When personal data is being proactively shared by a controller to support a police investigation.
• D. When personal data is being shared with a public authority with powers to require the personal data to be disclosed.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

A data sharing agreement is crucial when personal data is shared between commercial organizations acting as joint data controllers, as it clarifies responsibilities and ensures compliance with data protection regulations. The other options involve sharing data that may not require such formal agreements or might be governed by different legal frameworks.