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GCFE · Question #3

What role does 'hashing' play in the integrity of digital evidence? (Choose Two)

The correct answer is A. It verifies that data has not been altered since the hash was generated. D. It provides a unique digital fingerprint of files. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

What role does 'hashing' play in the integrity of digital evidence? (Choose Two)

Options

AIt verifies that data has not been altered since the hash was generated.
BIt compresses data to save storage space.
CIt encrypts data to protect sensitive information.
DIt provides a unique digital fingerprint of files.

How the community answered

(26 responses)

A
73% (19)
B
15% (4)
C
12% (3)

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