CISSP – Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP) — Question 20

Which of the following involves changing data prior to or during input to a computer in an effort to commit fraud?

Answer options

• A. Data diddling
• B. Wiretapping
• C. Eavesdropping
• D. Spoofing

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Data diddling, as it specifically refers to altering data to commit fraud. Options B, C, and D involve unauthorized access or interception of information but do not involve changing the data itself.