Exam SSCP topic 2 question 68 discussion

Wouldn't the answer be C instead of A?

Answer C by definition is the opposite of a Covert Channel. A Conver Channel enables the unauthorized exchange of information between processes.

The best definition of a covert channel is: C. A communication channel that allows the transfer of information in a manner that violates the system's security policy. Covert channels are methods or paths within a system that allow information to be transferred in a way that circumvents or violates the system's intended security policies or restrictions. These channels are typically used to bypass normal security controls, enabling unauthorized communication or information transfer.

A covert channel is a communication channel that allows the transfer of information in a manner that violates the system's security policy. Covert channels are typically used to circumvent security controls and transfer information between entities in a way that is not explicitly authorized.

Answer is C - as per description

The answer is C