Unit 2: Revision 6.1

Question 1

Security Principles

Answer 1

There are three key principles of data security that are protected in legislation such as the Data Protection Act (2018).

The 3 principles are:
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability

Question 2

Confidentiality

Answer 2

Information should only be accessed by individuals or groups with the authorisation to do so.

Question 3

`Integrity

Answer 3

Information is maintained so that it is up-to-date , correct and fit for purpose.

Question 4

Availability

Answer 4

Information is available to the individuals or groups that need to use it. It should only be available to those who are authorised.