Question

question 8 (1 point) which of the following best describes confidentiality as it relates to information security?

a locking files in a desk

b preventing unauthorized users from accessing information

c keeping a secure password for information access

d backing up a hard drive

Explanation:

Confidentiality in info security is about restricting access to authorized users only. Option a is physical security, c is password management (a means, not the definition), d is data backup (related to availability). Option b directly defines confidentiality.

Answer:

B. Preventing unauthorized users from accessing information