FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
Which of the following best describes the principle of confidentiality in the CIA triad?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Preventing unauthorized access to data
Confidentiality ensures that data is not disclosed to unauthorized individuals or systems.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Systems are accessible when needed
Why it's wrong here
This describes availability, not confidentiality.
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Ensuring data is backed up regularly
Why it's wrong here
Backups are related to availability and disaster recovery, not confidentiality.
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Data is not altered unexpectedly
Why it's wrong here
This describes integrity, not confidentiality.
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Preventing unauthorized access to data
Why this is correct
Confidentiality is about keeping data secret from unauthorized parties.
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