Authenticity is a property achieved through cryptographic methods of being genuine and being able to be verified and trusted, resulting in confidence in the validity of a transmission, information or a message, or sender of information or a message. In simpler terms, authenticity refers to the proven fact that something is legitimate or real.
Your business needs to take proactive measures today to first reduce its chances of being hit by ransomware, phishing, or other cybersecurity attacks. Secondly, validate backups and disaster recovery plans are current and functioning in case you end up hit with ransomware. CyberHoot recommends the following best practices to avoid, prepare for, and prevent damage from these attacks:
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Related Terms: Integrity, Non-repudiation
Source: CNSSI 4009, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4
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