Which cryptographic technique is used to verify the authenticity and integrity of a digital message?

Options

  • A. Data compression
  • B. Digital signature
  • C. Data encryption only
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Digital signature

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Digital signature

  • A digital signature helps verify the authenticity and integrity of a message.
  • It is created using the sender's private key.
  • The corresponding public key is used to verify the signature.