Which of the following is used to ensure that data mining activities will NOT reveal sensitive data?

The correct answer is B. Encrypt data at the field level and tightly control encryption keys.. Encrypting data at the field level ensures that sensitive information remains confidential and secure even during data mining activities. Tight control over encryption keys further ensures that only authorized personnel can access and decrypt sensitive data.

Submitted by rania.sa· Mar 5, 2026Security Architecture and Engineering

Question

Which of the following is used to ensure that data mining activities will NOT reveal sensitive data?

Options

AImplement two-factor authentication on the underlying infrastructure.
BEncrypt data at the field level and tightly control encryption keys.
CPreprocess the databases to see if information can be disclosed from the learned patterns.
DImplement the principle of least privilege on data elements so a reduced number of users can

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A
9% (4)
B
65% (28)
C
21% (9)
D
5% (2)

Explanation

Encrypting data at the field level ensures that sensitive information remains confidential and secure even during data mining activities. Tight control over encryption keys further ensures that only authorized personnel can access and decrypt sensitive data.

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