Which principle ensures that only authorized individuals can access information?

The correct answer is C. Confidentiality. Confidentiality is the security principle focused on restricting information access to authorized individuals only - it's the "who can see this?" pillar of the CIA triad. Why the distractors are wrong: A. Integrity - ensures data is accurate and unaltered, not who can access it…

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AIntegrity
BAvailability
CConfidentiality
DAccountability

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Explanation

Confidentiality is the security principle focused on restricting information access to authorized individuals only - it's the "who can see this?" pillar of the CIA triad.

Why the distractors are wrong:

A. Integrity - ensures data is accurate and unaltered, not who can access it
B. Availability - guarantees systems and data are accessible when needed, not by whom
D. Accountability - tracks and attributes actions to individuals (audit trails), but doesn't control access itself

Memory tip: Think Confidentiality = Classified - just like classified documents are only shown to people with the right clearance, confidentiality ensures only authorized eyes can see protected information.

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#CIA Triad#Confidentiality#Access Control#Security Fundamentals

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