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Consider this scenario: A company receives software from a supplier. They verify the software's digital signature before installation. What is the likely outcome?

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Cybersecurity - Emerging Security Topics
Consider this scenario: A company receives software from a supplier. They verify the software's digital signature before installation. What is the likely outcome?
AThe software is trusted and safe to use
BThe software will automatically update itself
CThe software will run slower due to verification
DThe software will be rejected without reason
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand digital signature verification

    Verifying a digital signature confirms the software's source and integrity, ensuring it is authentic and untampered.

  2. Step 2: Analyze the outcome of verification

    If verification passes, the software is trusted and safe to install. It does not affect speed or cause rejection without cause.

  3. Final Answer:

    The software is trusted and safe to use -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Digital signature verified = Software trusted [OK]
Quick Trick: Verification means trust, not speed or rejection [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing verification with performance impact
  • Assuming verification causes rejection
  • Thinking verification triggers updates

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