Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E) — Question 229

What is the primary purpose of Convention 108+, which amends the Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard to Automatic Processing of Personal Data?

Answer options

• A. To issue updated guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories to the Convention.
• B. To modify the process for third countries to obtain an adequacy decision from the European Commission.
• C. To strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.
• D. To establish new data subject rights and safeguards for consumers in the EU member states.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, highlights that Convention 108+ aims to enhance data protection to align with evolving European and international standards. Option A refers to guidelines for data transfers, which is not the primary focus, while B discusses adequacy decisions, and D addresses consumer rights, neither of which capture the main purpose of the amendment.