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CPPA Proposed Rulemaking Package Part 1 – Cybersecurity Audits

by Avi Gesser, Matt Kelly, Johanna N. Skrzypczyk, H. Jacqueline Brehmer, Ned Terrace, Mengyi Xu, and Amer Mneimneh

Photos of the authors

Top: Avi Gesser, Matt Kelly, and Johanna N. Skrzypczyk,. Bottom: H. Jacqueline Brehmer, Ned Terrace, and Mengyi Xu. (Photos courtesy of Debevoise & Plimpton LLP)

Key Takeaways

  • On November 22, 2024, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) launched a formal public comment period on its draft regulations addressing annual cybersecurity audits and other privacy obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
  • These proposed rules aim to establish robust standards for thorough and independent cybersecurity audits, delineating both procedural and substantive requirements for businesses processing personal information.
  • In this update, we provide an overview of the new cybersecurity audit provisions, including key thresholds for applicability, detailed audit expectations, and the evolving regulatory landscape shaping cybersecurity compliance.

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