Section 2.7 Integrity

Question 1

Integrity

Section 2: Fundamentals fo security

Answer 1

Ensure that information and data remian accurate and unchanged from its original state unless intentinally modified by authorised individuals.

Question 2

3 main reasons

Why is Integrity important?

Section 2: Fundamentals fo security

Answer 2

1. To ensure Data Accuracy
2. To ensure System Operability
3. To Maintain Trust

Question 3

5 methods and explanation

Methods to ensure Data Integrity

HDCAR

Section 2: Fundamentals of security

Answer 3

1. Hashing: Process of converting data in to fixed-size value
2. Digitial Signatures: Ensure integrity and authenticity
3. Checksums: Method to verify the integrity of data transmission
4. Access Controls: Ensure only authorised individuals can modify data as this reduces risk of unintentinal or malicious alterations
5. Regular Audits: Systematically reviewing logs and operations to ensure only authorised changes have been made and any discrepancies are immediately addressed