IAPP CIPP/C Exam - Topic 2 Question 47 Discussion

Actual exam question for IAPP's CIPP/C exam

Question #: 47
Topic #: 2

As response to TJX Winners - Homesense, why is "hashing" preferable to storing a personal identifier such as a driver's license number?

AIt scrambles information but can be unscrambled for later use.

BIt automatically puts a lifespan on any identification that is stored.

CIt randomizes all permanent identification within an organized database.

DIt still provides customer identification, but in a form that would not reveal the real number.

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Jamika

3 months ago

But how does it actually work? Sounds complicated!

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Tennie

4 months ago

It’s all about protecting identities, love it!

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Stefania

4 months ago

Wait, can hashed info really be trusted?

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Candra

4 months ago

Totally agree, way better than using real IDs.

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Jesusita

4 months ago

Hashing keeps personal info safe, for sure!

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Sharita

5 months ago

I believe hashing randomizes the data, but I'm not sure if option C is the right choice. It seems like it could be, but I need to think more about it.

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Rosendo

5 months ago

I feel like hashing is more about security than lifespan, so I don't think option B is correct. But I can't quite recall the exact reason.

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Gerri

5 months ago

I remember practicing a question about data security, and I think it was about how hashing protects sensitive information. Maybe it's option D?

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Winfred

5 months ago

I think hashing is better because it keeps the actual driver's license number hidden, but I'm not sure which option reflects that best.

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Dorothy

5 months ago

Ah, I see. Hashing provides a way to identify customers without exposing their actual personal details. That makes a lot of sense.

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Karan

5 months ago

I'm a little confused on the differences between the answer choices. I'll need to review how hashing works to make sure I select the best option.

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Art

5 months ago

Okay, let me think this through. Hashing scrambles the data, so it's more secure than just storing a driver's license number directly.

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Thora

5 months ago

Hmm, this is an interesting question. I think the key is understanding how hashing works to protect personal information.

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Leah

5 months ago

Got it, the hashed data still allows identification, but in a way that protects the original information. I feel more confident about this now.

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Jolene

5 months ago

I'm a little confused by the wording on some of these options. I'll need to make sure I fully understand the nuances of how command rules are applied before selecting my answers.

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Mabel

1 year ago

Yes, hashing allows for customer identification without revealing the actual number.

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Bulah

2 years ago

But doesn't hashing still provide customer identification in a secure way?

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Leota

2 years ago

I'm going with D. Hashing is the perfect solution to protect customer data while still giving the company what they need. It's like a superhero cape for your personal information!

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Shakira

1 year ago

Definitely! It's important to protect customer data while still being able to identify them.

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Charlene

1 year ago

I agree, hashing is like a superhero cape for personal information!

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Jules

2 years ago

Option B is kind of funny, like 'Hey, your ID is only good for a limited time!' Hashing is the way to go, keeps things nice and private without any expiration dates.

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Izetta

2 years ago

Hashing is definitely the best choice here. I mean, who wants their driver's license number floating around out there? It's like putting your social security number on a billboard - just a big no-no.

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Josphine

1 year ago

D) It still provides customer identification, but in a form that would not reveal the real number.

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Kirby

1 year ago

A) It scrambles information but can be unscrambled for later use.

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Arminda

2 years ago

I agree with Niesha, hashing can protect personal identifiers.

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Bulah

2 years ago

Option D is the way to go! It keeps the customer identification secure while still allowing the company to track purchases. Hashing is like a secret code that keeps the real number a mystery.

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