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CISSP Physical Security

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 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.






2. Prolonged loss of power






3. 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.






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






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






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






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






8. 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






9. This focal length provides a narrower view.






10. What can cause corrosion?






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






12. 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






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






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






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






16. Momentary high voltage






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






18. Momentary power outage






19. 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.






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






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






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






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






24. This focal length provides wide-angle views.






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






26. 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






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






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






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






30. 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.






31. Prolonged high voltage power loss






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






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






34. 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






35. 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.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






48. 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.






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






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