PCI DSS Practice Question: What must a data classification policy define? | CyberCertPrep
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What must a data classification policy define?
A.Classification levels, handling procedures, access restrictions, and retention/disposal requirements for cardholder data
B.Only the storage location for data
C.Only encryption requirements
D.Only who can access databases
Why A is correct
A data classification policy must define sensitivity levels, handling procedures, access controls, retention periods, and secure disposal methods for cardholder data.
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Where this fits in the PCI DSS exam
Security Policy
Covers security policy concepts and practices within PCI DSS.
This question belongs to the "Security Policy" domain, which makes up about 15% of the PCI DSS exam.
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