CIPT questions with correct answers

Access Control Entry Answer An element in an access control list. Each ACE controls, monitors, or records access to an object by a specified user. Access Control List Answer A list of access control entries (ACE) that apply to an object. Each ACE controls or monitors access to an object by a specified user. In a discretionary access control list (DACL), the ACL controls access; in a system access control list (SACL) the ACL monitors access in a security event log which can comprise part of an audit trail. Accountability Answer A fair information practices principle, it is the idea that when personal information is to be transferred to another person or organization, the personal information controller should obtain the consent of the individual or exercise due diligence and take reasonable steps to ensure that the recipient person or organization will protect the information consistently with other fair use principles. Active Data Collection Answer When an end user deliberately provides information, typically through the use of web forms, text boxes, check boxes or radio buttons. AdChoices Answer A program run by the Digital Advertising Alliance to promote awareness and choice in advertising for internet users. Websites with ads from participating DAA members will have an AdChoices icon near advertisements or at the bottom of their pages. By clicking on the Adchoices icon, users may set preferences for behavioral advertising on that website or with DAA members generally across the web. Adequate Level of Protection Answer A label that the EU may apply to third-party countries who have committed to pro