Which of the following is addressed by Kerberos?

The correct answer is A. Confidentiality and Integrity. Kerberos is a network authentication protocol that uses symmetric key cryptography (typically AES) to provide both confidentiality (by encrypting tickets and session keys so credentials cannot be intercepted) and integrity (by ensuring messages have not been tampered with in…

Submitted by tyler.j· Apr 18, 2026Access Controls

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AConfidentiality and Integrity
BAuthentication and Availability
CValidation and Integrity
DAuditability and Integrity

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A
85% (17)
B
10% (2)
D
5% (1)

Explanation

Kerberos is a network authentication protocol that uses symmetric key cryptography (typically AES) to provide both confidentiality (by encrypting tickets and session keys so credentials cannot be intercepted) and integrity (by ensuring messages have not been tampered with in transit). Kerberos is primarily an authentication system, but its cryptographic mechanisms inherently provide confidentiality and integrity. It does not directly address availability, validation as a standalone concept, or auditability as core design goals.

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