Which of the following statements about the availability concept of Information security management is true?

The correct answer is B. It ensures reliable and timely access to resources.. The CIA Triad defines three core principles: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. Availability specifically means that authorized users have reliable and timely access to information and resources when needed. Option A describes Integrity (preventing unauthorized modific

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AIt ensures that modifications are not made to data by unauthorized personnel or processes .
BIt ensures reliable and timely access to resources.
CIt determines actions and behaviors of a single individual within a system.
DIt ensures that unauthorized modifications are not made to data by authorized personnel or

How the community answered

(24 responses)

A
4% (1)
B
92% (22)
C
4% (1)

Explanation

The CIA Triad defines three core principles: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. Availability specifically means that authorized users have reliable and timely access to information and resources when needed. Option A describes Integrity (preventing unauthorized modifications). Option C describes Accountability or Non-repudiation (tracking individual actions). Option D also describes Integrity, specifically referencing insider threat prevention. Only Option B correctly defines Availability.

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