Integrity in software refers to data and system protection against unauthorised access or changes.
Key Aspects:
- Ensures data accuracy
- Prevents unauthorised modifications
- Maintains system consistency
- Protects against data corruption
- Supports data reliability
Measures to Maintain Integrity:
- Access controls
- Data encryption
- Audit trails
- Checksums and hash functions
- Regular backups
Maintaining integrity helps ensure data trustworthiness and system reliability. It is a key component of information security alongside confidentiality and availability.