Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v11) — Question 126

Which of the following is assured by the use of a hash?

Answer options

• A. Authentication
• B. Confidentiality
• C. Availability
• D. Integrity

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The use of a hash primarily ensures data integrity by allowing verification that data has not been altered. While authentication and confidentiality are important aspects of security, they are not directly guaranteed by hashing. Availability also does not relate to the function of hashes.