CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 326

Which of the following must be intact for evidence to be admissible in court?

Answer options

• A. Chain of custody
• B. Order of volatility
• C. Legal hold
• D. Preservation

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The chain of custody is crucial because it ensures that the evidence has been collected and handled properly, maintaining its integrity for court proceedings. The other options, while important in their own right, do not directly relate to the admissibility of evidence in a court of law.