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What does the 'C' in the CIA triad stand for?
What does the 'C' in the CIA triad stand for?
- Control
- Confidentiality (correct)
- Compromise
- Credibility
Which of the following best describes integrity in the context of data security?
Which of the following best describes integrity in the context of data security?
- Data remaining accurate and untampered with (correct)
- Data being freely shared among all users
- Data being accessible to everyone at all times
- Data encryption to prevent unauthorized access
What is one method commonly used to maintain confidentiality?
What is one method commonly used to maintain confidentiality?
- Public access controls
- File sharing protocols
- Password protection (correct)
- Data duplication techniques
Which principle of the CIA triad ensures that information is accessible to authorized users when needed?
Which principle of the CIA triad ensures that information is accessible to authorized users when needed?
What does a significant deviation in the file size suggest during a download?
What does a significant deviation in the file size suggest during a download?
What type of attack aims to hold a system hostage until a ransom is paid?
What type of attack aims to hold a system hostage until a ransom is paid?
A file that seems to have changed size after downloading could indicate a lack of which principle in the CIA triad?
A file that seems to have changed size after downloading could indicate a lack of which principle in the CIA triad?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the CIA triad?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the CIA triad?
Study Notes
CIA Triad
- The CIA triad is a fundamental model for designing information security policies, focusing on Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.
- It's used for securing both personal and workplace environments.
Confidentiality
- Aims to keep data hidden from unauthorized access.
- Password protection is a common example.
- Limiting data access to those who absolutely require it is crucial.
Integrity
- Maintaining data accuracy and ensuring it remains untampered with.
- Ensures data sent or received remains the same throughout its journey.
- A mismatch between expected and actual file sizes during download may indicate a potential integrity breach.
Availability
- Ensures data is readily accessible to authorized individuals.
- Includes measures to prevent data loss or system downtime due to security attacks.
- Protecting against attacks that aim to steal resources like time, material, or even dignity.
- Some security attacks may hold systems hostage in exchange for ransom.
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Test your knowledge on the CIA triad, a critical model in information security emphasizing Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. This quiz covers essential concepts and practices to safeguard data in both personal and workplace settings. Evaluate your understanding of these fundamental principles and their application in real-life scenarios.
