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ISC2 CC Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are fundamental…
Which TWO of the following are fundamental principles of information security that form 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.
Correct answer & explanation
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Confidentiality
Correct: Confidentiality and Integrity are part of the CIA triad. Option C (Privacy) is not part of CIA; Option D (Non-repudiation) is not; Option E (Accountability) is related but not a core CIA principle.
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 that information is not disclosed to unauthorized individuals. It is a core component of the CIA triad.
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Integrity
Why this is correct
Integrity ensures that information is accurate and not modified without authorization. It is a core component of the CIA triad.
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Privacy
Why it's wrong here
Privacy is related to confidentiality but is not a fundamental principle of the CIA triad. The CIA triad consists of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.
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Non-repudiation
Why it's wrong here
Non-repudiation ensures that actions cannot be denied, but it is not part of the CIA triad. It is often associated with security but not a core CIA principle.
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Accountability
Why it's wrong here
Accountability refers to the ability to trace actions to an entity, but it is not part of the CIA triad. It is an additional security principle.
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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
Confidentiality Integrity and Availability
The CIA Triad is a foundational security model that ensures data is kept secret, unaltered, and accessible when needed.
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Variation 1. Which TWO of the following are principles of the CIA triad? (Select TWO.)
easy- ✓ A.Confidentiality
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- C.Non-repudiation
- D.Accountability
- E.Authorization
Why A: Confidentiality is a core principle of the CIA triad, ensuring that data is accessible only to authorized entities. This is typically enforced through encryption (e.g., AES-256) and access control mechanisms, preventing unauthorized disclosure.
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