Intermediate
Cybersecurity & Cryptography
Q77 / 100
What is the purpose of code signing?
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The correct answer is B) Applying a digital signature to software or scripts so users and operating systems can verify the publisher's identity and confirm the code has not been altered since signing
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Correct Answer
Applying a digital signature to software or scripts so users and operating systems can verify the publisher's identity and confirm the code has not been altered since signing
Explanation
Code signing uses the publisher's private key to sign a hash of the executable; operating systems and package managers verify the signature with the publisher's certificate, blocking tampered or unsigned code (e.g., Windows SmartScreen, macOS Gatekeeper).
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