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ISC2 CC Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are core principles…
Which THREE of the following are core principles of the CIA triad?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Confidentiality
Options A, B, and E are correct: confidentiality, integrity, and availability are the three pillars. Non-repudiation (C) and accountability (D) are related but not part of the CIA triad.
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 this is correct
Confidentiality ensures data is accessible only to authorized persons.
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Integrity
Why this is correct
Integrity ensures data is accurate and unaltered.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation is a security goal but not part of the CIA triad.
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Accountability
Why it's wrong here
Accountability is a separate principle, not part of the CIA triad.
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Availability
Why this is correct
Availability ensures data is accessible when needed.
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Introduction to Security Principles
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.
Key term
Availability
Availability is the measure of how often a system or service is operational and accessible when needed, typically expressed as a percentage of uptime.
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