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CISSP Physical Security

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. This concept combines the physical environment and sociology issues that surround it to reduce crime rates and the fear of crime.






2. These reduce the accidental discharge of water because the water does not enter the pipes until an automatic fire sensor indicates there is an actual fire. Should be used in location with freezing temperatures.






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






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






5. Type of fence that uses 3/8 inch mesh and 11 gauge wiring






6. These are usually planned and implemented by power companies when they are experiencing high demand.






7. 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.






8. This type of water system delays the water release similar to a dry pipe system. However - the water is not released until a thermal-fusible link on the sprinkler head has melted. Typically used in only in data processing environments rather than a w






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






10. This is a colorless - odorless - and potentially lethal substance because it removes oxygen from the air in order to suppress fires.






11. When should the following items be evaluated? Local crime - natural disaster possibilities - distance to hospitals - police - fire stations - airports - and railroads.






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






13. The last line of defense in physical security?






14. These can be penetrated - expensive to install and monitor - require human response - and are subject to false alarms. Examples are motion detectors - CCTV's - vibration sensors - and electromechanical devices.






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






16. This type of lock is programmable and uses a keypad. Can contain a specific code that will open the door and initiate a remote alarm if an employee is under duress.






17. These can be user activated (action needs to be taken by a user) or system sensing (no action needs to be taken by the user)






18. 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.






19. What can cause corrosion?






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






21. The expected lifetime of a device?






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






23. Type of fence that will protect a top level security area?






24. 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.






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






26. Class of fire that is assigned to commercial kitchens and the fire dangers that exist within them. Suppressing agent used in class K fires is wet chemicals.






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






28. The first line of defense against environmental risks and unpredictable human behavior






29. These controls can be time consuming and error prone and and require constant attention.






30. Type of window that contains glass that was heated and cooled to improve integrity and strength?






31. Halon - FM-200 - and other Halon substitutes are examples of what?






32. 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.






33. Prolonged high voltage power loss






34. This focal length provides a narrower view.






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






36. Type of iris lens that would be used in an area where light changes.






37. This is used to deter trespassing and to enable people to enter a facility through a few controlled entrances.






38. These are threats to what? Interruption of services - theft - physical damage - unauthorized disclosure - and loss of system integrity.






39. The following are examples of what type of control? Drills and exercises of emergency procedures - simulation testing - documentation - inspections and reports - pre-screening of employees - post-employment procedures - delegation of responsibility a






40. Device locks intended to protect hardware from theft. Use for mobile devices and lock them to a secure feature of an environment.






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






42. What can cause static electricity?






43. What needs to be evaluated for their protective characteristics - their utility - and their cost and benefits.






44. Class of fire that is liquid (petroleum - coolants). Suppressed with gas - CO2 - form - dry powders.






45. What system should maintain the appropriate temperature and humidity levels and provide closed-loop recirculating air-conditioning and positive pressurization and ventilation.






46. Type of fence that uses 2 inch mesh - 9 gauge wiring






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






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






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






50. Type of iris lens that would be used in an area of fixed lighting.