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CAS-005 · Question #332

A software development company wants to ensure that users can confirm the software is legitimate when installing it. Which of the following is the best way for the company to achieve this security…

The correct answer is A. Code signing. Code signing is the process of digitally signing software or executables using a cryptographic certificate. This ensures that users can verify the authenticity of the software and confirm it has not been altered or tampered with since it was signed. It provides assurance that…

Submitted by kavita_s· Mar 6, 2026Security Engineering

Question

A software development company wants to ensure that users can confirm the software is legitimate when installing it. Which of the following is the best way for the company to achieve this security objective?

Options

  • ACode signing
  • BNon-repudiation
  • CKey escrow
  • DPrivate keys

How the community answered

(19 responses)
  • A
    89% (17)
  • B
    5% (1)
  • D
    5% (1)

Explanation

Code signing is the process of digitally signing software or executables using a cryptographic certificate. This ensures that users can verify the authenticity of the software and confirm it has not been altered or tampered with since it was signed. It provides assurance that the software is legitimate and originates from the claimed source, addressing the company's security objective.

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