Which of the following statements about the authentication concept of information security management is true?

The correct answer is C. It establishes the users' identity and ensures that the users are who they say they are. Authentication is the process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or entity. It answers the question: 'Are you really who you claim to be?' This is typically accomplished through credentials such as passwords, smart cards, biometrics, or multi-factor authentication…

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AIt determines the actions and behaviors of a single individual within a system, and identifies
BIt ensures that modifications are not made to data by unauthorized personnel or processes .
CIt establishes the users' identity and ensures that the users are who they say they are.
DIt ensures the reliable and timely access to resources.

How the community answered

(28 responses)

A
7% (2)
B
4% (1)
C
89% (25)

Explanation

Authentication is the process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or entity. It answers the question: 'Are you really who you claim to be?' This is typically accomplished through credentials such as passwords, smart cards, biometrics, or multi-factor authentication. Option A describes accountability (tracking actions of individuals). Option B describes integrity (preventing unauthorized modification of data). Option D describes availability (ensuring reliable and timely access to resources). These are all separate pillars of information security management.

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