Fotis recently assisted one of his co-workers in preparing for the CISSP® exam. During this process, Fotis disclosed confidential information about the content of the exam, in violation of Canon IV of the Code of Ethics: 'Advance and protect the profession.' Who may bring ethics charges against Fotis for this violation?

This is a question about who has the standing to bring an ethics complaint. The group of individuals that has standing differs based upon the violated canon. In this case, we are examining Canon IV, which permits any certified or licensed professional who subscribes to a code of ethics to bring charges. Charges of violations of Canons I or II may be brought by anyone. Charges of violations of Canon III may be brought only by a principal with an employer/contractor relationship with the accused.