200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst is examining a log file and notices that the hash value of a configuration file does not match the expected value. Which security goal has been violated?
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Integrity
Integrity ensures that data has not been altered. A mismatched hash indicates the file has been modified.
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Integrity
Why this is correct
Hash verification is used to check integrity.
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Confidentiality
Why it's wrong here
Confidentiality is about disclosure, not modification.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation ensures a party cannot deny an action.
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Availability
Why it's wrong here
The file is still accessible, but its integrity is compromised.
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