LO2.6

Question 1

What must organisations consider around cyber security?

Answer 1

Legislations

Question 2

What are the five legislations in place for cyber security?

Answer 2

Communications Act (2003)
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003
GDPR (EU) 2016/679
Computer Misuse Act (1990)
Official Secrets Act (1989)

Question 3

What does the Communications Act (2003) do?

Answer 3

Enforces regulation of UK communication services using Ofcom ensuring fair competition and protecting customers

Question 4

What does the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 do?

Answer 4

Governs electronic communications by enforcing the requirement of a user’s consent for marketing and cookies

Question 5

What does the GDPR (EU) 2016/679 do?

Answer 5

Protects individuals’ personal data and privacy by mandating rules on its collection and processing across the EU

Question 6

What does the Computer Misuse Act (1990) do?

Answer 6

Criminalises unauthorised access to computer systems and data

Question 7

What does the Official Secrets Act (1989) do?

Answer 7

Criminalises disclosing information without authorisation