100-140 Question 361
Single answerYou are an IT support technician at a company that recently implemented a policy requiring all employees to encrypt sensitive files before sharing them externally. During a support request, an employee asks why this policy is necessary. How does this policy align with company policies and confidentiality guidelines to protect user data?
- A
It ensures that sensitive files remain inaccessible to unauthorized parties if intercepted during transmission.
- B
It guarantees that only company management can access the shared files.
- C
It prevents employees from accidentally sharing non-sensitive data with external parties.
- D
It complies with legal and regulatory requirements for protecting sensitive information.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The company policy requiring the encryption of sensitive files aligns with confidentiality guidelines by ensuring that sensitive data is protected from unauthorized access during transmission. This safeguards user data and supports the organization's commitment to data security.
- A. Correct.
Correct. Encrypting sensitive files ensures that the data remains secure and inaccessible to unauthorized individuals, even if the files are intercepted during transmission.
- B. Incorrect.
Incorrect. While encryption protects files, it does not restrict access specifically to company management. The policy is about data security, not access control.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect. Encryption does not prevent accidental sharing of non-sensitive data. It is meant to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
- D. Incorrect.
Incorrect. While encryption may support compliance with legal requirements, this specific policy focuses on protecting data from unauthorized access rather than directly addressing legal obligations.