PSP Access Control Systems 2

Question 1

Which access control system architecture processes authentication decisions at the door-level hardware rather than a central server?

Accepted Answer

Distributed (edge) access control

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Centralized access control

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Cloud-based access control

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Analog access control

Question 2

What is 'credential harvesting' in the context of physical access control attacks?

Accepted Answer

Capturing credential data from cards using a concealed reader

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Collecting expired access cards for disposal

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Gathering biometric data from enrolled users

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Auditing all access logs for anomalies

Question 3

According to ASIS standards, what is the recommended maximum 'fail-safe' vs 'fail-secure' configuration for fire exit doors?

Accepted Answer

Fail-safe for egress doors, fail-secure for high-security entry doors

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Fail-safe (unlocks on power loss) for all exit doors

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Fail-secure (remains locked on power loss) for all exit doors

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Fail-secure for all doors when connected to fire alarm systems

Question 4

What is the purpose of an 'anti-passback' feature in an access control system?

Accepted Answer

To prevent credential sharing by requiring card-in and card-out sequences

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To block entry from the rear of a facility

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To deny access to terminated employees retroactively

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To prevent cards from being used after expiration

Question 5

Which door-locking hardware is classified as an 'electrified mortise lock' in access control installations?

Accepted Answer

A full-function lock with an integral motorized latch bolt

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A magnetic lock mounted on the door frame

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A cylindrical lock with an electric strike

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A surface-mounted bolt with an electric solenoid

Question 6

In Wiegand access control protocol, which data format is most commonly used in North American installations?

Accepted Answer

26-bit Wiegand

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64-bit Wiegand

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ABA Track II

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OSDP v2