CompTIA Data+ DA0-002 (V2) Practice Question

The correct answer is to provide an assessment of the data involved, including the specific types of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and the number of records potentially compromised. Data compliance regulations, such as GDPR and various state laws, require organizations to notify supervisory authorities and affected individuals based on the nature and scope of the breach. This assessment is the most critical initial factor in determining whether notification is required, the timeline for notification, and who must be notified.

A root cause analysis and a list of recommended security enhancements are crucial for the post-incident review and remediation phase to prevent future breaches, but they are not the primary drivers for the initial legal notification decision. A detailed system access log is part of the forensic investigation but the summary of what data was affected and how many people were impacted is the most essential element for the initial compliance-focused report.