200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
Which element of the CIA triad ensures that data cannot be modified by unauthorized parties?
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Why each option matters
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Integrity
Integrity ensures that data is not altered by unauthorized individuals or processes.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation is not part of the CIA triad; it ensures a party cannot deny an action.
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Confidentiality
Why it's wrong here
Confidentiality protects data from unauthorized disclosure, not modification.
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Integrity
Why this is correct
Integrity ensures data remains unaltered by unauthorized actors.
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Availability
Why it's wrong here
Availability ensures systems are accessible when needed.
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