Exploring Information Security Pillars

A company stores sensitive customer data. Which pillar ensures that only authorized personnel can access this data?

• Network Security

• Physical Security

• Data Encryption

• Identity and Access Management (IAM)

During a data transfer, a file is altered without permission. Which pillar is compromised in this scenario?

• Availability

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

• Authentication

A user logs into a system using a password and a fingerprint. Which security principle is being applied?

• Single sign-on (SSO)

• Two-factor authentication (2FA)

• Multi-factor encryption

• Passwordless authentication

A server goes down, preventing access to critical applications. Which pillar is affected?

• Scalability

• Security

• Availability

• Performance

An employee denies sending an email that caused a data breach. Which principle protects against this denial?

• Authentication

• Confidentiality

• Data integrity

• Non-repudiation

A bank encrypts its customer transactions. Which pillar does this practice primarily support?

• Authentication

• Availability

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

A hacker intercepts a message and changes its content. Which aspect of information security is violated?

• Authentication

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

• Availability

A user must provide a username and password to access their account. What security measure is this an example of?

• Authentication

• Data Integrity

• Authorization

• Encryption

A website is designed to be accessible 24/7. Which pillar is being prioritized?

• Availability

• Performance

• Scalability

• Security

A company implements a digital signature for its contracts. What principle does this enhance?

• Legitimacy

• Confidentiality

• Non-repudiation

• Authenticity