Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0725

Which of the following services is NOT provided by the digital signature standard (DSS)?

A. Encryption
B. Integrity
C. Digital signature
D. Authentication

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

DSS provides Integrity, digital signature and Authentication, but does not provide Encryption.
Source: KRUTZ, Ronald L. & VINES, Russel D., The CISSP Prep Guide: Mastering the Ten Domains of Computer Security, John Wiley & Sons, 2001, Chapter 4: Cryptography (page 160).