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CISSP Physical Security

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Type of fence that will protect a top level security area?






2. Prolonged loss of power






3. Type of fence that uses 1 inch mesh and 11 gauge wiring






4. These need to have shutoff valves and positive drains (substance flows out instead of in).






5. This type of interference can be caused by electrical system mechanisms - fluorescent lighting - and electrical cables.






6. This type of noise is disturbance imposed on a power line that causes electrical interference.






7. Fire suppressant that modifies that chemical combustion elements of a fire?






8. This type of water system has its sprinkler systems wide open to allow a larger volume of water to be released in a short period. These systems are typically not used in data processing environments.






9. Type of IDS that generates a pattern that is sent over a sensitive area and reflected back to a receiver.






10. The expected lifetime of a device?






11. This type of lock is a basic padlock with a spring loaded bolt with a notch cut in it. Cheapest lock - because of their lack of any real sophistication - and also the easiest to pick.






12. These need to be able to hold the necessary load and provide the required fire rating.






13. This type of water system always contains water in the pipes and are usually controlled by temperature control level sensors.






14. This is a proximity identification device that does not require action by the user. The reader transmits signals to the device - and the device responds with an access code.






15. This is a specific type of smoke-activate fire alarm that detects changes in light intensity.






16. Type of IDS that detects changes in heat waves in an area.






17. These condition an electrical line to keep voltage steady and clean.






18. Momentary power outage






19. What is used to measure humidity levels?






20. These types of lines protect from electrical and magnetic induction - which causes interference to the power voltage.






21. Why does the value of property with the facility and the value of the facility itself need to be ascertained?






22. This is a double door facility used for physical access control.






23. Enhanced boundary fencing with motion detectors. Used at facilities that require a high level of protection.






24. Type of window that is the strongest window available today. Resistant to breakage - chemicals - fires - and abrasions. They are also extremely expensive.






25. Type of light that is programmed to turn on and off a predetermined times?






26. This should be protected from destruction - modification - theft - unauthorized copying - and disclosure.






27. This power source is used in day-to-day operations.






28. What is the more important than protecting a facility or the assets it contains?






29. Class of fire that is combustible metals (magnesium - sodium - potassium). Suppressed with dry powder.






30. Type of fence that will deter a casual intruder?






31. Type of window that is stronger than standard glass and acrylic windows - but produces a toxic gas if burned.






32. The last line of defense in physical security?






33. These controls help minimize the resulting damage and speed the recovery process






34. This refers to the portion of the environment that is in focus when shown on a monitor. This increases as the size of the lens opening decreases - the subject distance increases - or the focal length of the lens decreases.






35. The temperature at which most computers will experience major damage?






36. This power source is a backup in case the primary source fails.






37. Prolonged high voltage power loss






38. This type of lock has more pieces and parts that a warded lock. It uses spring-loaded pins that need to be in the right position to open the lock.






39. The estimated time it will take to repair a device and get it back into production






40. Type of fence that will protect a critical are?






41. This type of interference can be caused by lightning - motors - and the current difference between wires.






42. This should be clearly marked - and security guards should be trained how to identify when these items leave the facility in an improper manner.






43. This focal length provides wide-angle views.






44. If an electrical supply fails and a door defaults to closed and locked - which mode is this?






45. Space used for wires and cables. Typically an area above dropped ceilings and below raised floors. This location is where fires can easily start.






46. This is when unauthorized access is achieved to a facility via another individual's legitimate access - and is a common concern with physical security.






47. What can cause corrosion?






48. Type of fire suppressant that suppresses the fuel supply of common combustibles?






49. This can be costly and unsightly - but can provide crowd control and help control access to the facility.






50. Type of IDS that emits a measurable magnetic field and detects changes in capacitance. This allows it to detect when something/someone comes within a certain range of an object. Usually used to protect specific objects (artwork - cabinets - or a safe