A data center manager wants to prevent tailgating at the entrance to the server room. The entrance is a single door used by 200 employees throughout the day. Which access control mechanism is most effective for this scenario?

Use a proximity card reader with a door sensor.

Require employees to enter a PIN on a keypad.

Install a biometric fingerprint reader on the door.

Install a mantrap with two interlocking doors.

Which of the following is an example of an intentional human threat to physical network infrastructure?

A vandal spray-painting graffiti on the exterior wall of a data center

A fire started by faulty wiring in the server room

A power surge caused by lightning striking a nearby utility pole

A hard drive failing due to normal wear and tear

Which of the following is an example of a token-based access control mechanism?

A fingerprint scan that unlocks a door

A key card that employees swipe to enter a data center

A password that users type into a keypad

A security guard who visually recognizes employees

A data center is considering a new fire suppression system. The existing system uses water sprinklers, which could damage servers. The facility manager wants to minimize equipment damage while ensuring personnel safety. Which system should be selected?

Install a pre-action sprinkler system that only releases water after a two-stage alarm.

Use portable fire extinguishers and rely on manual response.

Keep the water sprinklers but add waterproof covers for the servers.

Replace the water sprinklers with a gas-based suppression system.

What is the primary purpose of a visitor management policy in physical security?

To provide visitors with network access credentials

To track and control the movement of visitors within a facility

To eliminate the need for employee identification badges

To ensure that visitors are not exposed to sensitive information on whiteboards

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Domain 1Objective 4

Physical Security Controls ECSS Practice Questions (Page 7)

Part of the Network Defense Fundamentals and Controls domain, which makes up ~21% of our current practice bank.

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31application · medium
A data center manager wants to prevent tailgating at the entrance to the server room. The entrance is a single door used by 200 employees throughout the day. Which access control mechanism is most effective for this scenario?
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32foundation · easy
Which of the following is an example of an intentional human threat to physical network infrastructure?
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Which of the following is an example of a token-based access control mechanism?
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34expert · hard
A data center is considering a new fire suppression system. The existing system uses water sprinklers, which could damage servers. The facility manager wants to minimize equipment damage while ensuring personnel safety. Which system should be selected?
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What is the primary purpose of a visitor management policy in physical security?
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