CC Physical Security 2

Question 1

How does piggybacking differ from tailgating in physical security?

Accepted Answer

Piggybacking is done with the knowledge and consent of the authorized user; tailgating is done without consent

Answer

Piggybacking uses technology to bypass access controls; tailgating uses social engineering

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Piggybacking targets wireless networks; tailgating targets physical entry points

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There is no difference — the terms are interchangeable

Question 2

In which security control category are CCTV cameras primarily classified?

Accepted Answer

Detective

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Preventive

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Corrective

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Directive

Question 3

What is a Faraday cage used for in physical security?

Accepted Answer

Blocking electromagnetic signals from entering or leaving a shielded area

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Preventing unauthorized physical entry to server rooms

Answer

Containing fires within a specific zone of a building

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Detecting motion in restricted areas

Question 4

Which fire suppression system is most appropriate for a data center to protect electronic equipment?

Accepted Answer

Clean agent suppression system (e.g., FM-200)

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Wet pipe sprinkler system

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Deluge sprinkler system

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Foam-based suppression system

Question 5

What is the primary security purpose of maintaining a visitor log at a facility entrance?

Accepted Answer

To create an accountability record of who entered the facility and when

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To comply with OSHA workplace safety regulations

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To schedule security guard patrol routes

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To manage parking assignments for visitors

Question 6

Physical access badges and key cards are classified as which type of authentication factor?

Accepted Answer

Something you have

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Something you know

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Something you are

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Somewhere you are

Question 7

What is the 'two-person rule' (or dual control) in physical security?

Accepted Answer

Requiring two authorized individuals to be present to perform certain sensitive operations

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Requiring two security guards on every patrol

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Mandating that all doors have two locks

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Requiring dual authentication factors for all access points