CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004) — Question 310

Which of the following is record-level encryption commonly used to do?

Answer options

• A. Protect database fields.
• B. Protect individual files.
• C. Encrypt individual packets.
• D. Encrypt the master boot record.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because record-level encryption specifically targets the protection of database fields to secure sensitive information. Options B, C, and D refer to protecting files, packets, and the master boot record respectively, which do not fall under the scope of record-level encryption.