Match each information security objective to its description.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Data is accessible only to authorized parties
Data is accurate and complete
Data is accessible when needed
Actions can be traced to individuals
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Confidentiality: Ensures that information is not disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
The CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) plus Accountability are core security principles. Correct matches: Confidentiality prevents unauthorized disclosure, Integrity ensures accuracy, Availability guarantees access, and Accountability enables traceability.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Confidentiality: Ensures that information is not disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
Why this is correct
Confidentiality is correctly defined as preventing unauthorized access.
Integrity: Ensures that information is accurate and complete, and not modified improperly.
Why this is correct
Integrity is correctly defined as maintaining accuracy and consistency.
Availability: Ensures that information is accessible when needed by authorized users.
Why this is correct
Availability is correctly defined as ensuring timely access.
Accountability: Ensures that actions can be traced to specific individuals or entities.
Why this is correct
Accountability is correctly defined as non-repudiation through audit trails.
Confidentiality: Ensures that information is accurate and complete, and not modified improperly.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes Integrity, not Confidentiality.
Integrity: Ensures that information is not disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes Confidentiality, not Integrity.
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