In computer security, which one of the following means that the information in a computer system can only be accessed by authenticated parties ?
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability
Reliability
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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2018
– Authentication verifies the identity of a user or system, while authorization determines what authenticated users are allowed to do.
– Measures like encryption, access controls, and strong authentication are used to maintain confidentiality.
– (C) Availability ensures that systems, services, and data are accessible to authorized users when needed.
– (D) Reliability refers to the ability of a system to perform its intended function correctly and consistently over time. While related to availability and integrity, it is not the primary term for restricting access to authenticated parties.