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SY0-701 · Question #48

Which of the following describes the process of concealing code or text inside a graphical image?

The correct answer is D. Steganography. Steganography is the process of hiding information within another medium, such as an image, audio, video, or text file. The hidden information is not visible or noticeable to the casual observer, and can only be extracted by using a specific technique or key. Steganography can…

Submitted by miguelv· Mar 6, 2026General security concepts

Question

Which of the following describes the process of concealing code or text inside a graphical image?

Options

  • ASymmetric encryption
  • BHashing
  • CData masking
  • DSteganography

How the community answered

(48 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • D
    94% (45)

Explanation

Steganography is the process of hiding information within another medium, such as an image, audio, video, or text file. The hidden information is not visible or noticeable to the casual observer, and can only be extracted by using a specific technique or key. Steganography can be used for various purposes, such as concealing secret messages, watermarking, or evading detection by antivirus software.

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