Which security property ensures that information exchanged during an online transaction cannot be read by unauthorized users?

Options

  • A. Confidentiality
  • B. Availability
  • C. Usability
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

A. Confidentiality

Detailed Explanation

Confidentiality protects information from being accessed or read by unauthorized users. Encryption is commonly used to achieve confidentiality.