Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) — Question 149

What is the impact of encryption?

Answer options

• A. Data is unaltered and its integrity is preserved.
• B. Data is accessible and available to permitted individuals.
• C. Confidentiality of the data is kept secure and permissions are validated.
• D. Data is secure and unreadable without decrypting it.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, accurately describes that encryption secures data, making it unreadable without the proper decryption process. Options A and B focus on integrity and accessibility, which are not the primary functions of encryption, while C, while mentioning security, does not emphasize the unreadability aspect that is central to encryption's purpose.