CISSP-ISSMP · Question #2
Which of the following terms refers to a mechanism which proves that the sender really sent a particular message?
The correct answer is A. Non-repudiation. Non-repudiation is a mechanism which proves that the sender really sent a message. It provides an evidence of the identity of the senderand message integrity. It also prevents a person from denying the submission or delivery of the message and the integrity of its contents…
Question
Which of the following terms refers to a mechanism which proves that the sender really sent a particular message?
Options
- ANon-repudiation
- BConfidentiality
- CAuthentication
- DIntegrity
How the community answered
(21 responses)- A90% (19)
- B5% (1)
- C5% (1)
Explanation
Non-repudiation is a mechanism which proves that the sender really sent a message. It provides an evidence of the identity of the senderand message integrity. It also prevents a person from denying the submission or delivery of the message and the integrity of its contents. Answer option C is incorrect. Authentication is a process of verifying the identity of a person or network host. Answer option B is incorrect. Confidentiality ensures that no one can read a message except the intended receiver. Answer option D is incorrect. Integrity assures the receiver that the received message has not been altered in any way from the original.
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