WGU (D487, KEO1) Secure Software Design Exam - Topic 6 Question 6 Discussion

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Question #: 6
Topic #: 6

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What is the protection of information and information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or distribution to provide confidentiality, integrity, and availability?

AAvailability

BIntegrity

CConfidentiality

DInformation Security

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Suggested Answer: D

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Viola

3 days ago

Hmm, I was torn between C and D, but D seems to cover it all. Confidentiality is just one part of the puzzle.

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Melina

8 days ago

I agree, D is the way to go. Gotta keep that data safe and sound!

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Emiko

13 days ago

D) Information Security is the correct answer. It encompasses all the key aspects mentioned in the question.

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Denny

18 days ago

I’m torn between C) Confidentiality and D) Information Security. I know confidentiality is important, but the question seems to ask for a broader term.

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France

23 days ago

This question seems similar to one we practiced on the last quiz. I think the focus is on protecting information, so it could be D) Information Security.

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Meaghan

29 days ago

I remember studying the CIA triad, and I feel like confidentiality is a big part of that, but I’m confused about how it fits with the other options.

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Suzan

1 month ago

I think the answer might be D) Information Security, but I’m not entirely sure if it’s too broad.

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Shannan

1 month ago

Wait, I'm torn between B) Integrity and D) Information Security. Integrity is about ensuring the information remains accurate and unaltered, but information security is the broader concept. I'll have to think this through carefully.

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Jill

1 month ago

I think the answer is C) Confidentiality. Protecting the privacy and secrecy of the information is the core of information security, right?

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Lynelle

2 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The correct answer is D) Information Security. That covers the overall protection of information and systems from unauthorized access and other threats.

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Franchesca

2 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know it's related to information security, but I'm not sure which answer choice best captures the full definition.

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Claudio

2 months ago

This seems like a straightforward information security question. I'll focus on the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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