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WGU (KFO1/D488) Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering Exam - Topic 2 Question 1 Discussion
Topic #: 2
A security team is investigating multiple man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks that have taken place on the corporate network over the past few months. The team needs a solution that will ensure that data is not exposed if a man-in-the-middle attack occurs in the future.
Data encryptionensures confidentiality and integrity even if communications are intercepted. If properly implemented (e.g., using TLS), encryption makes the payload unreadable to the attacker.
NIST SP 800-52 Rev. 2 (Guidelines for the Selection and Use of Transport Layer Security):
''Encryption technologies provide secure channels that resist interception and unauthorized access, which is essential in mitigating MITM attacks.''
Passwords and Wi-Fi controls support security, but encryption is thecoredefense against data leakage during interception.
WGU Course Alignment:
Domain:Cryptography
Topic:Apply encryption to secure data in transit and at rest
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