HECVAT Category
Privacy of Third Parties
Privacy of Third Parties covers controls and questions related to that domain. It outlines expectations institutions typically require from vendors. The category helps assess risk posture and operational maturity. It provides structure for consistent evaluation during security reviews.
Assessment Questions
Do you have contractual agreements with third parties that require them to maintain standards and to comply with all regulatory requirements?
This question is asking whether your organization has formal contractual agreements with third-party vendors or service providers that explicitly require them to maintain security standards and comply with relevant regulatory requirements when handling personal data on your behalf.
Do you perform privacy impact assesments of third parties that collect, process, or have access to personal data to ensure they meet industry and regulatory standards and to mitigate harmful, unethical, or discriminatory impacts on data subjects?
This question is asking whether your organization conducts formal privacy impact assessments (PIAs) on third-party vendors or partners who handle personal data on your behalf. A privacy impact assessment is a systematic process to evaluate how a third party collects, processes, stores, and shares personal data, and to identify potential privacy risks or compliance issues.
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