A data center operator is concerned about the risk of unauthorized physical access to server racks. The facility currently uses a single-factor card reader at the entrance to the server hall. The CISO wants to reduce the risk of tailgating and ensure that only authorized personnel can access individual racks. Which control is most effective?

Use a higher-resolution CCTV system to monitor the server hall.

Increase the frequency of security patrols in the server hall.

Install a mantrap with interlocking doors and add biometric authentication at the server hall entrance, plus electronic locks on individual racks.

Require all staff to wear visible ID badges.

An organization has implemented a new badge system for physical access. To ensure the system is used consistently, what should the CISO do first?

Purchase more badges for all employees

Conduct a security audit of the badge system

Develop and communicate a clear physical access control policy

Install badge readers at all entrances

What is the primary purpose of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in a data center?

To provide temporary power during an outage to allow safe shutdown or transition to a generator

To permanently replace the main power supply

A warehouse stores high-value inventory and has had several thefts. Management wants to improve surveillance and also deter potential thieves. They have a limited budget. Which approach provides the most effective combination of deterrence and detection?

Install visible CCTV cameras and add motion-activated lighting in key areas

Install high fences and lock all entrances

Install hidden cameras only, to catch thieves without them knowing

Hire more security guards to patrol the warehouse

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Domain 4Objective 2

Physical Security CCISO Practice Questions (Page 9)

Part of the Information Security Core Competencies domain, which makes up ~33% of our current practice bank. EC-Council does not publish an official question count, but from its 150-minute exam (~60–100 total, ~20–33 in this domain), expect 3–4 from this objective — we provide 58 practice questions to prepare you well beyond it. (estimate)

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10concepts

10 Concepts in This Objective

Physical Security Fundamentals
Physical Security Threats and Risks
Physical Security Controls
Facility Design and Site Selection
Access Control Systems
Surveillance and Monitoring
Environmental and Life Safety
Physical Security Policies and Procedures
Physical Security Audits and Assessments
Integration with Information Security

Questions 41–45

41foundation · easy
Which life safety system is designed to detect smoke and alert occupants to a potential fire?
Select an answer first
42application · medium
A data center operator is concerned about the risk of unauthorized physical access to server racks. The facility currently uses a single-factor card reader at the entrance to the server hall. The CISO wants to reduce the risk of tailgating and ensure that only authorized personnel can access individual racks. Which control is most effective?
Select an answer first
43application · medium
An organization has implemented a new badge system for physical access. To ensure the system is used consistently, what should the CISO do first?
Select an answer first
44foundation · easy
What is the primary purpose of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in a data center?
Select an answer first
45application · medium
A warehouse stores high-value inventory and has had several thefts. Management wants to improve surveillance and also deter potential thieves. They have a limited budget. Which approach provides the most effective combination of deterrence and detection?
Select an answer first

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Physical Security CCISO Practice Questions (Page 9)

Questions 41–45

Which life safety system is designed to detect smoke and alert occupants to a potential fire?

An organization has implemented a new badge system for physical access. To ensure the system is used consistently, what should the CISO do first?

What is the primary purpose of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in a data center?

A warehouse stores high-value inventory and has had several thefts. Management wants to improve surveillance and also deter potential thieves. They have a limited budget. Which approach provides the most effective combination of deterrence and detection?

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