Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E) — Question 265

According to the Personal Data Protection Commission’s (PDPC) “Guide to basic data anonymization techniques,” recently adopted by the Spanish Data Protection Agency, which of the following is NOT a valid basic anonymization technique?

Answer options

• A. Swapping.
• B. Generalization.
• C. Data Adjustment.
• D. Attribute Suppression.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as Data Adjustment is not recognized as a valid basic anonymization technique according to the PDPC's guide. Swapping, Generalization, and Attribute Suppression are established techniques used to anonymize data effectively.