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CISSP Physical Security

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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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. Momentary high voltage






2. NIST standard that says critical areas should be illuminated 8 feet high - and use this unit that represents the illumination power of an individual light?






3. 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.






4. 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.






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






6. This focal length provides a narrower view.






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






8. 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






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






10. 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.






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






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






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






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






15. Type of task that identifies how data flows through the company. Lists all pieces of an environment and how they interact. Redundant paths should be shown.






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






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






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






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






20. The last line of defense in physical security?






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






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






23. Momentary power outage






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






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






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






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






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






29. Type of light that provides an even amount of light across an area?






30. 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.






31. 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






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






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






34. 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.






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






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






37. This concept combines the physical environment and sociology issues that surround it to reduce crime rates and the fear of crime.






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






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






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






41. What is used to measure humidity levels?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






49. Prolonged high voltage power loss






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