Fill in the blank with an appropriate word. ________ ensures that the information is not disclosed to unauthorized persons or processes. Solution: Confidentiality Determine whether the given…

The correct answer is A. Correct. The definition provided perfectly describes confidentiality, which is a core security principle aimed at preventing unauthorized disclosure of information. Confidentiality protects sensitive data from being accessed or viewed by entities not permitted to do so.

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Fill in the blank with an appropriate word. ________ ensures that the information is not disclosed to unauthorized persons or processes. Solution: Confidentiality Determine whether the given solution is correct? Response:

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The definition provided perfectly describes confidentiality, which is a core security principle aimed at preventing unauthorized disclosure of information. Confidentiality protects sensitive data from being accessed or viewed by entities not permitted to do so.

ACorrectCorrect

Confidentiality is indeed the security principle that ensures information is not disclosed to unauthorized persons or processes. It is one of the three pillars of information security (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), specifically addressing the protection of sensitive data from unauthorized access or leakage. This is achieved through mechanisms like encryption, access controls, and proper data handling policies.

BIncorrect

Concept tested: Information security principles - Confidentiality

Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/confidentiality

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