CAP · Question #215
In which of the following elements of security does the object retain its veracity and is intentionally modified by the authorized subjects?
The correct answer is A. Integrity. Integrity ensures that data or objects are accurate, complete, and have not been improperly altered. When an authorized subject intentionally modifies an object - and the object retains its veracity (truthfulness and accuracy) - this is the definition of integrity being…
Question
In which of the following elements of security does the object retain its veracity and is intentionally modified by the authorized subjects?
Options
- AIntegrity
- BNonrepudiation
- CAvailability
- DConfidentiality
How the community answered
(50 responses)- A92% (46)
- B2% (1)
- C2% (1)
- D4% (2)
Explanation
Integrity ensures that data or objects are accurate, complete, and have not been improperly altered. When an authorized subject intentionally modifies an object - and the object retains its veracity (truthfulness and accuracy) - this is the definition of integrity being maintained. Confidentiality concerns preventing unauthorized disclosure, availability concerns access when needed, and nonrepudiation concerns proving the origin or receipt of a message.
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