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CGRC · Question #487

Which of the following refers to the ability to ensure that the data is not modified or tampered with? Response:

The correct answer is C. Integrity. The ability to ensure that data remains unaltered and untampered with is the core principle of data integrity.

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Question

Which of the following refers to the ability to ensure that the data is not modified or tampered with? Response:

Options

  • AConfidentiality
  • BAvailability
  • CIntegrity
  • DNon-repudiation

How the community answered

(34 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • C
    91% (31)
  • D
    6% (2)

Why each option

The ability to ensure that data remains unaltered and untampered with is the core principle of data integrity.

AConfidentiality

Confidentiality ensures that information is accessible only to those authorized to have access, preventing unauthorized disclosure.

BAvailability

Availability ensures that authorized users have timely and uninterrupted access to information and resources.

CIntegrityCorrect

Integrity refers to the assurance that information has not been modified or destroyed in an unauthorized manner. It ensures that data remains accurate, complete, and reliable throughout its lifecycle, precisely matching the description of preventing data modification or tampering.

DNon-repudiation

Non-repudiation provides irrefutable proof that an action or event has occurred and prevents any party from denying it later.

Concept tested: Data integrity definition

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

Topics

#CIA Triad#Integrity#Data Protection#Information Security Principles

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