CAP Authorization & Access Control 1

Question 1

What is the primary function of access control in cybersecurity?

Accepted Answer

To regulate and limit access to authorized users

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To grant unrestricted access to all users

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To avoid monitoring user activity

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To disable authentication mechanisms

Question 2

Which of the following is a common access control model?

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Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

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Public Access Model

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Random User Access

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Open Access Control

Question 3

Why is multifactor authentication (MFA) important for access control?

Accepted Answer

It adds an extra layer of authentication

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It weakens password security

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It eliminates the need for passwords

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It reduces user accountability

Question 4

Which access control principle ensures users only have the minimum necessary permissions?

Accepted Answer

Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP)

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Universal Access

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Full Administrative Control

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Open Access Policy

Question 5

What is the purpose of an access control list (ACL)?

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To define and enforce access permissions

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To allow unrestricted access to all resources

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To disable user authentication

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To provide anonymous access

Question 6

How does biometric authentication improve access control?

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It verifies identity using unique physical traits

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It makes access control less secure

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It eliminates the need for access control policies

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It reduces identity verification accuracy