CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 587

Which of the following control types would a backup of server data provide in case of a system issue?

Answer options

• A. Corrective
• B. Deterrent
• C. Preventive
• D. Detective

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Corrective, as backups are designed to restore systems and data after an issue occurs. Options B (Deterrent), C (Preventive), and D (Detective) do not directly address the recovery aspect, as they focus on preventing or identifying issues rather than correcting them.