C836 Ch. 6 Flashcards
FISMA
This law provides a framework for ensuring the effectiveness of information security controls in federal government
HIPAA
This law improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system and protects patient privacy
FERPA
This law protects the privacy of students and their parents
SOX
This law regulates the financial practice and governance of corporations
GLBA
This law protects the customers of financial institutions
Compliance
Relating to an organization’s adherence to laws, regulations, and standards
Regulatory Compliance
Regulations mandated by law, usually requiring regular audits and assessments
Industry Compliance
Regulations or standards designed for specific industries (e.g. PCI DSS)
Privacy
The state or condition of being free from being observed or disturbed by other people
The Federal Privacy Act of 1974
This act safeguards privacy through the establishment of procedural and substantive rights in personal data
Privacy rights
Rights relating to the protection of an individual’s personal information