You have just deployed an application that uses hash-based checksums to monitor changes in the configuration scripts of a database server that is accessible via the Internet. Which of the following is a primary concern for this solution?
A) The extra hard disk space required to store the database of checksums
B) The amount of memory remaining now that the checksum-based application is running
C) The possibility of a buffer overflow attack leading to a security breach
D) The security of the checksum database on a read-only media format

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The primary concern is ensuring the security of the checksum database, as it needs to be protected from unauthorized modifications to maintain the integrity of the monitoring system.

You Have Just Deployed an Application That Uses Hash-Based Checksums