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Question #: 325
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following is NOT a major regulatory framework?

  • A. PCI DSS
  • B. HIPAA
  • C. SOX
  • D. FIPS 140-2
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️
FIPS 140-2 is a United States certification standard for cryptographic modules, and it provides guidance and requirements for their use based on the requirements of the data classification. However, these are not actual regulatory requirements. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Sarbanes-
Oxley Act (SOX), and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) are all major regulatory frameworks either by law or specific to an industry.

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MaciekMT
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
FIPS 140-2 (Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2) is a cryptographic standard, not a regulatory framework. It defines security requirements for cryptographic modules used in federal systems but does not regulate industries like PCI DSS, HIPAA, or SOX. PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is technically a security standard, but it is often treated as a regulatory framework because it enforces strict security requirements on businesses handling credit card transactions. Why is PCI DSS considered a regulatory framework? Mandatory Compliance: Businesses that process, store, or transmit credit card data must comply with PCI DSS to avoid fines, legal risks, and potential loss of card-processing privileges. Industry Enforcement: While not a law, PCI DSS is enforced by major payment card brands (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, etc.) through contracts and penalties. Compliance Audits: Organizations must undergo regular audits (PCI DSS assessments) to prove compliance.
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lolanczos
5 months ago
Selected Answer: D
It's 100% D. FIPS 140-2 (Federal Information Processing Standard 140-2) is a standard for cryptographic modules used by U.S. federal agencies and contractors. While it is widely recognized, it is not a regulatory framework. Instead, it provides specific technical requirements for cryptographic module validation.
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JohnnyBG
9 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: A
PCI is not regulatory (Not from government)
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FranklinG
8 months, 1 week ago
PCI isn't a regulatory framework by law, but it is so to an industry. My answer is "D"
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Kneebee
1 year ago
My choice is answer "D". FIPS 140-2 is important, especially for government agencies and their contractors, it is not a broad regulatory framework that applies to a wide range of industries or organizations. Instead, it is a specific set of guidelines and requirements related to cryptographic security.
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Zeezee2
2 years, 12 months ago
FIPS is the worst answer so I'll just roll with that one.
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evilwizardington
3 years, 8 months ago
Frameworks created by a group of industries are also considered regulatory (in that sector). PCI is mandatory for companies processing card payments.
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evilwizardington
3 years, 8 months ago
Also, the key work in the question is 'major'. That's why FIPS is not the answer.
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kap0306
3 years, 9 months ago
If Answer is D then question should be asked in different wording. It should include compliance framework
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Sa007788
3 years, 9 months ago
both PCSI DSS and FIPS are not regulatory framework
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Guivent
3 years, 12 months ago
I think the answer should be PCI dss
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HCL
4 years ago
PCI DSS is a regulatory framework; while FIPS-140 is just a standard which has four levels.
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HCL
4 years ago
Correction: PCI DSS is a compliance framework
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CL888
4 years, 2 months ago
I agree, PCI is not even created by the government. FIPS should be the answer.
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bark101
4 years, 2 months ago
PCI is not regulatory it's a standard
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cisapriyank
4 years, 3 months ago
how is pci gegulatory
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