What is the purpose of application security?

• A. Limit who can share an application
• B. Limit who can administer an application
• C. Limit who can modify users in an application
• D. Limit who can view and edit an application

Answer: (D)

Controlling who can view and edit an application is the main aim of application security, because it protects both the data inside the app and the app’s configuration. When people can view the app, sensitive information and business logic are kept confidential from unauthorized users. When people can edit the app, only trusted individuals can change how the app behaves, which helps maintain data integrity and proper functionality. While other options touch on important aspects like sharing, administration, or user management, they don’t fully capture the broader purpose of security, which is to manage both visibility and modification rights to protect the app and its data.