Which of the Following Best Describes Data Masking

question 328

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes data masking?

• A) A method for creating similar but inauthentic datasets used for software testing and user training.
• B) A method used to protect prying eyes from data such as social security numbers and credit card data.
• C) A method where the last few numbers in a dataset are not obscured. These are often used for authentication.
• D) Data masking involves stripping out all digits in a string of numbers so as to obscure the original number.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Goals

Short-term goals that are often referred to as proximal goals.

Operational Goals

Short-term targets that are specific, measurable, and designed to guide everyday operations of an organization.

Implementation Goals

Specific objectives set during the planning phase of a project to guide the successful execution of strategies or initiatives.

Performance Goals

Specific targets or objectives set to measure and achieve desired outputs and outcomes from an individual's work.