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CISSP Physical Security

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1. 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)






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






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






4. 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






5. These should go all the way up to the true ceiling. Otherwise - an intruded can remove a ceiling tile and climb over this into a critical portion of the facility.






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






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






8. These systems require human response - can cause false alarms - and depend on a constant power supply - so these protection systems should be backed up by other types of security systems.






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






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






11. This gas is no longer available because it depletes the ozone. Becomes toxic in temperatures greater than 900 degrees F in concentrations greater than 10%. Existing fire extinguishers can be refilled with FM-200 - NAF-S-III - CEA-410 - FE-13 - Water






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






13. 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.






14. The last line of defense in physical security?






15. Momentary high voltage






16. Type of IDS that detects changes or breaks in a circuit. Examples are window strips;vibration detectors on walls - screens - ceilings - etc; pressure pads under a rug.






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






18. What should dust and other air contaminants be kept to an appropriate level?






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






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






21. Type of IDS that detects changes in a light beam. Can only be used in windowless rooms.






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






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






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






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






26. What is used to measure humidity levels?






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






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






29. Class of fire that is electrical (electrical equipment - wires). Suppressed with gas - CO2 - dry powders.






30. This should be turned off before activation of a fire suppressant to ensure it stays in the needed area and that smoke is not distributed to different areas of the facility.






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






32. What documentation should be readily available and periodically reviewed and updated.






33. Prolonged high voltage power loss






34. Momentary power outage






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






36. These are expensive but provide flexibility in response to security breaches and can deter intruders from attempting an attack.






37. An electrical circuit that receives input light from the lens and converts it into an electronic signal - which is then displayed on a monitor. Allows the capture of extraordinary details of objects because its sensors work in the infrared range. Doe






38. 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.






39. These use battery packs that range in size and capacity to provide power backup and protection. These factors should be reviewed: size of the electrical load it can support - the speed with which it can assume the load when the primary source fails -






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






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






42. Type of IDS that uses microphones installed on floors - walls - or ceilings to detect any should made during a forced entry. Can be subject to a large amount of false positives.






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






44. 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.






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






46. 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






47. This should be located within 50 feet of electrical equipment and should be inspected quarterly.






48. Class of fire that is common combustibles (wood - paper - and laminates). Suppressed with water or foam.






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






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