CyberCertPrepSecurity FundamentalsSecurity PrinciplesEASYFree question
In the CIA triad, what does 'Availability' ensure?
- A.That data is encrypted at all times
- B.That only one copy of data exists
- C.That systems and data are accessible to authorized users when needed
- D.That passwords are changed regularly
Why C is correct
Availability ensures that information and systems are accessible to authorized users whenever they need them. Redundancy, failover systems, backups, disaster recovery plans, and protection against denial-of-service attacks all support availability.
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