Multiple choice technology security

Credit card numbers should be logged into the log file during exception

  1. No. Because leads to insecure storage of private information of the customer

  2. Yes. Because it is a good logging practice to log all relevant information during an exception

  3. Yes. Because it will help in troubleshooting specific customer problems

  4. No. Because its an additional over head
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Credit card numbers must NOT be logged during exceptions as it creates insecure storage of sensitive customer data, violating PCI-DSS and privacy requirements. Options B and C incorrectly suggest it's good practice or helps troubleshooting. The security risk outweighs any troubleshooting benefit.

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