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






3. What can cause corrosion?






4. 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






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






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






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 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.






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






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






11. Type of light that is activated when a motion sensor (or some other IDS) is activated?






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






13. The expected lifetime of a device?






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






15. Prolonged high voltage power loss






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






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






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






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






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






21. Concept of installing lighting to be directed towards where potential intruders would be coming from. Example - entrance to military base with bright lights pointing outward to entrance.






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






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






24. 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.






25. Momentary high voltage






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






27. 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






28. Fire suppressant that reduces the oxygen of a fire?






29. This is a disturbance of power and can be cause by electromagnetic interference (EMI) or radio frequency interference (RFI)






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






40. 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.






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






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






43. 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






44. 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.






45. Prolonged loss of power






46. 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






47. What can cause static electricity?






48. 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 -






49. What is used to measure humidity levels?






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