Access Control Systems Flashcards

Which access control model grants permissions based on a subject's clearance level and the sensitivity classification of the object?

Answer: Mandatory Access Control (MAC)

Mandatory Access Control (MAC) enforces access based on security labels assigned to subjects and objects, commonly used in government and military environments.

What is the primary purpose of a mantrap (access control vestibule) in a physical security system?

Answer: To prevent tailgating and piggybacking

A mantrap uses two interlocking doors to ensure only one person passes through at a time, preventing unauthorized tailgating or piggybacking.

Which card technology offers the highest level of security for access control credentials?

Answer: Smart card (contact/contactless)

Smart cards use encrypted microprocessors that make them significantly more resistant to cloning and counterfeiting compared to magnetic stripe or proximity technologies.

In access control, what does the term 'two-person integrity rule' require?

Answer: Two authorized individuals must be present to access a sensitive area

The two-person integrity rule requires at least two authorized individuals to be present simultaneously when accessing sensitive areas or materials, reducing insider threat risk.

What is the recommended minimum door thickness for a high-security access-controlled door to resist forced entry?

Answer: 1-3/4 inches (44mm)

ANSI/SDI standards recommend a minimum 1-3/4 inch (44mm) solid-core door for high-security applications to provide adequate forced-entry resistance.

Which biometric identifier is considered the MOST unique and stable over time for access control purposes?

Answer: Iris pattern

The iris pattern is considered the most unique and stable biometric identifier because it is protected inside the eye and does not change significantly with age.