SSCP Certification SSCP Physical Security Controls 1

Question 1

What is the primary security purpose of a mantrap (airlock) at a facility entrance?

Accepted Answer

Prevent tailgating by allowing only one person to enter at a time

Answer

Detect explosives and weapons

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Monitor temperature and humidity

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Log employee work hours

Question 2

Which physical security control uses infrared beams to detect motion or intrusion in a protected area?

Accepted Answer

Passive infrared (PIR) sensor

Answer

CCTV

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Bollard

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Biometric reader

Question 3

What term describes the practice of following an authorized person through a secured door without using your own credentials?

Accepted Answer

Tailgating

Answer

Shoulder surfing

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Dumpster diving

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Piggybacking

Question 4

Which type of fire suppression system is most appropriate for a data center to minimize equipment damage?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Wet pipe sprinkler

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Dry pipe sprinkler

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Foam deluge system

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'clean desk policy' as a physical security control?

Accepted Answer

Prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information left unattended

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Ensure equipment is properly cleaned to prevent static discharge

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Reduce clutter to improve productivity

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Comply with OSHA workplace safety requirements

Question 6

Which physical security concept uses layers of controls so that defeating one control does not grant full access?

Accepted Answer

Defense in depth

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Deterrence

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Least privilege

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Security through obscurity