Assessing Corporate Cybersecurityintermediate
Match each regulatory compliance framework or standard to its corresponding sector or operational purpose: Frameworks: 1. NERC-CIP 2. PCI DSS 3. HIPAA 4. SOC 2 Descriptions: A. Protection of bulk electric systems and critical infrastructure in the utility sector B. Technical and operational requirements for organizations that process or store cardholder data C. Privacy and security safeguards for protected health information (PHI) within the United States D. Third-party assurance reporting for service organizations based on AICPA Trust Services Criteria
Answer
1 - A, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - D
Explanation
### The pairs
| Item | Matches | Why |
|---|---|---|
| NERC-CIP | Critical infrastructure protection for the utility and power sector | North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection is identified for the utility and power sector. |
| PCI DSS | Payment card processing | The material lists this requirement for organizations processing payment cards. |
| HIPAA | United States healthcare requirement identified in the material | The material identifies the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act as a healthcare-related item in the United States. |
| SOC 2 | Service Organization Control Type 2, associated with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants | The material identifies SOC 2 as a Service Organization Control Type 2 item associated with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. |
### The concept
These names point to different contexts and purposes. The power-sector item concerns critical infrastructure protection, payment-card requirements apply to card processing, and the healthcare example is tied to United States healthcare. SOC 2 is associated with service organization reporting and the named professional accounting body in the course material. Check an organization's actual obligations before selecting a framework or standard.
### Terms
- **Critical infrastructure**: Systems or services important to essential sectors such as power.
### Remember
Learn each named item by connecting it to its stated sector or purpose.
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