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Difficulty: EasyCIA Triad and Non-Repudiation

Match each core security goal or concept on the left with its primary operational objective on the right.

  • ConfidentialityPreventing unauthorized disclosure or exposure of sensitive information
  • IntegritySafeguarding data against unauthorized alteration, tampering, or deletion
  • AvailabilityEnsuring data and resources are accessible to authorized users when needed
  • Non-RepudiationProviding unalterable proof that a specific user performed an action or transaction

Answer

Confidentiality matches preventing unauthorized disclosure; Integrity matches safeguarding data against unauthorized alteration; Availability matches ensuring data accessibility when needed; Non-Repudiation matches providing unalterable proof of an action.
Each security term directly corresponds to its foundational definition: Confidentiality protects against unauthorized exposure, Integrity prevents unauthorized alteration, Availability ensures operational access, and Non-Repudiation provides indisputable proof of origin or action.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Define the primary purpose of Confidentiality.
Confidentiality restricts data access to authorized entities.
Protects sensitive data from unauthorized disclosure.
2
Define the primary purpose of Integrity.
Integrity maintains data accuracy and trustworthiness.
Prevents unauthorized modification, deletion, or tampering.
3
Define the primary purpose of Availability.
Availability ensures uptime and accessibility.
Guarantees services and data are ready for authorized use.
4
Define the primary purpose of Non-Repudiation.
Non-Repudiation binds an action to a specific identity cryptographic proof.
Prevents a party from falsely claiming they did not perform a given action.

Key Concept

Core definitions of the CIA Triad pillars and Non-Repudiation
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