CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Question 200

Client files can only be accessed by employees who need to know the information and have specified roles in the company. Which of the following best describes this security concept?

Answer options

• A. Availability
• B. Confidentiality
• C. Integrity
• D. Non-repudiation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Confidentiality, which refers to the protection of information from unauthorized access. Options A, C, and D do not apply here as they relate to ensuring data is available, maintaining its correctness, and preventing denial of actions, respectively.