Discuss IAPP CIPP/E Exam Topic 7 Question 86

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?

ATo issue updated guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories to the Convention.

BTo modify the process for third countries to obtain an adequacy decision from the European Commission.

CTo strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.

DTo establish new data subject rights and safeguards for consumers in the EU member states.

Suggested Answer: C

Convention 108+ is the modernised version of Convention 108, which was the first legally binding international instrument on data protection. The main purpose of Convention 108+ is to update and enhance the protection of personal data in light of the technological developments and the new challenges posed by the globalisation of data processing. Convention 108+ also aims to ensure the effective implementation and enforcement of data protection principles and rules, as well as to facilitate the free flow of data between the parties to the Convention.

* Convention 108+ : the modernised version of a landmark instrument1

* Convention 108 and Protocols - Data Protection - The Council of Europe2

* Convention 108 - Council of Europe3

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38 comments · newest first

Loren 11 months ago

I thought it was more about new rights for consumers, not just protections.

Tequila 11 months ago

I think it’s mainly about updating guidelines for data transfers.

Annita 12 months ago

Wait, are we sure this actually improves anything?

Madonna 12 months ago

Totally agree, it's about time we had stronger safeguards!

Goldie 1 year ago

Convention 108+ aims to strengthen data protection globally.

Carline 1 year ago

I thought it was more about establishing new rights for consumers, but now I'm questioning if that's really the main purpose.

Becky 1 year ago

I feel like there was a practice question about data transfers and adequacy decisions, but I can't recall the specifics.

Virgina 1 year ago

I remember studying about how it relates to the EU's regulatory framework, so I might lean towards option C.

Mauricio 1 year ago

I think Convention 108+ is mainly about strengthening data protection, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the primary focus.

Lajuana 1 year ago

I'm a little confused by the wording of some of these answer choices. I'll need to re-read the question and options carefully to make sure I understand the nuances before selecting my final answer.

Loreta 1 year ago

I've got a good feeling about option C. Strengthening data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework seems like the most comprehensive and accurate description of the primary purpose of Convention 108+.

Derick 1 year ago

Okay, let me think this through step-by-step. Convention 108+ is amending the original Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard to Automatic Processing of Personal Data, so the purpose is likely related to strengthening data protection. I'll review the answer choices with that in mind.

Estrella 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question is asking about the primary purpose, so I'll need to think through each answer option and determine which one is the most accurate.

Martha 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward. I'll read through the answer choices carefully and select the one that best matches the purpose of Convention 108+ based on my understanding.

Kathryn 1 year ago

This is a straightforward question, in my opinion. The "Session initialized" failure in the UEM Console points directly to an issue with the Office 365 service account configuration. I'm confident that option A is the correct answer here.

Trevor 1 year ago

This looks like a tricky question about Azure AD user authentication and MFA settings. I'll need to carefully review the information provided and think through the different scenarios to determine the correct MFA status for each user.

Soledad 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know two-factor authentication involves two different methods of verification, but I'm not totally confident I can identify the right examples from these options.

Christiane 2 years ago

I bet the real purpose is to make sure everyone is thoroughly confused and has to guess the right answer. That's the best way to test data protection knowledge!

German 2 years ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. Maybe A? Updating guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories could be it.

Nieves 2 years ago

How about B? Modifying the process for third countries to obtain an adequacy decision from the European Commission sounds like the key focus.

Sheridan 2 years ago

I don't know, I'm leaning towards D. Establishing new data subject rights and safeguards for consumers in the EU seems like the primary purpose to me.

Buddy 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

B) To modify the process for third countries to obtain an adequacy decision from the European Commission.

Truman 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

I agree, strengthening data protection seems to be the primary goal.

Verona 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

I agree with option C. Strengthening data protection seems like a key goal of Convention 108+.

Ammie 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

C) To strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.

Carin 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

C) To strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.

Bethanie 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

A) To issue updated guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories to the Convention.

Merilyn 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

I think C makes more sense, it's about strengthening data protection.

Rosendo 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

A) To issue updated guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories to the Convention.

Herman 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

C) To strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.

Keneth 2 years ago

↳ replying to Sheridan

A) To issue updated guidelines for data transfers from the EU to third-country signatories to the Convention.

Muriel 2 years ago

I think it's a combination of all those options, to protect personal data and ensure compliance with regulations.

Leota 2 years ago

I believe it's also to establish new rights for data subjects.

Mattie 2 years ago

I agree with Edmond, it's about aligning with the regulatory framework.

Edmond 2 years ago

I think the primary purpose is to strengthen data protection.

Lynsey 2 years ago

I think the answer is C. Convention 108+ is all about strengthening data protection in line with the latest regulations.

Edison 2 years ago

↳ replying to Lynsey

Yes, that's correct. It's important to keep up with the latest regulations to ensure data protection for individuals.

Georgene 2 years ago

↳ replying to Lynsey

I agree, Convention 108+ aims to strengthen data protection in line with the European and international regulatory framework.

IAPP CIPP/E Exam - Topic 7 Question 86 Discussion