Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 122

An organization is launching a new online subscription-based publication. As the service is not aimed at children, users are asked for their date of birth as part of the of the sign-up process. The privacy technologist suggests it may be more appropriate to ask if an individual is over 18 rather than requiring they provide a date of birth. What kind of threat is the privacy technologist concerned about?

Answer options

• A. Identification
• B. Insecurity
• C. Interference
• D. Minimization

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The privacy technologist is concerned about 'Identification' because requesting a date of birth can lead to identifying individuals, which raises privacy issues. The other options do not directly relate to the risks associated with collecting personally identifiable information like birth dates. 'Insecurity', 'Interference', and 'Minimization' do not address the identification of users or the potential misuse of their personal data.