Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 198

Which of the following data elements is most likely to be subject to comprehensive state data security and privacy laws?

Answer options

• A. Account holders’ social security numbers, maintained by a bank.
• B. Users’ sexual orientations, maintained by a social media website.
• C. Individual drivers’ license numbers, maintained by a state agency.
• D. Contact details of individuals who report emergencies, maintained by local authorities.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because social security numbers are highly sensitive personal information that are often protected by stringent state laws. While the other options involve personal data, they do not typically fall under the same level of comprehensive legal protections as social security numbers.