A mayor asks what 'integrity' means for property-tax records. Which explanation is most accurate?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation.
Short Explanation
Integrity is the 'do not sneakily rewrite the ledger' promise — the numbers stay as they should unless a proper change happens. That is different from keeping secrets (confidentiality) or keeping the site up (availability).
Full Explanation
Within the CIA triad, integrity is the assurance that data and systems are not improperly altered. For property-tax records, integrity means unauthorized modification is prevented or detectable so assessments and payments remain trustworthy. Confidentiality protects against unauthorized disclosure; availability ensures timely, reliable access. Non-repudiation relates to inability to deny actions and is adjacent but not the definition of integrity itself.