ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
A security professional is implementing a file integrity monitoring (FIM) system on critical servers. Which element of the CIA triad does this primarily address?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Integrity
File integrity monitoring detects unauthorized changes to files, ensuring data accuracy and completeness, which is the integrity element.
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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Confidentiality
Why it's wrong here
Confidentiality focuses on preventing unauthorized disclosure, not detecting changes.
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Availability
Why it's wrong here
Availability ensures systems are accessible, not data accuracy.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation is related to proof of origin or receipt, not part of CIA triad.
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Integrity
Why this is correct
FIM detects unauthorized modifications, directly supporting integrity.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
CIA triad
The CIA triad is a foundational security model that guides organizations in protecting data through confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Key term
Integrity
Integrity is the assurance that data has not been altered or tampered with in an unauthorized way, preserving its accuracy and consistency from source to destination.
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