Overview of Network Security Controls

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What are the three main categories of control in the world of security?

Technical, logical, and physical (correct)

Administrative, electronic, and physical

User training, electronic, and logical

Operational, paper-based, and physical

Which of the following is an example of an administrative control?

Encryption

Firewall

User training (correct)

Antivirus software

What is an example of a physical control mentioned in the text?

Biometric access control (correct)

User training

Firewall

Encryption

Which category of control includes guidelines and procedures for implementing security policies?

Operational Signup and view all the answers

What is encryption considered as in the context of security controls?

Logical control Signup and view all the answers

Which type of control is related to preventing unauthorized physical access to assets?

Physical control Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bollards in front of buildings?

To prevent automotive vehicles from crashing into pedestrians and structures Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a biometric thumbprint reader?

To verify the identity based on thumbprint impressions Signup and view all the answers

Why are lighting and visibility important in physical security?

To enable IP cameras to function effectively Signup and view all the answers

What are equipment locks used for in construction sites?

To secure big trailers and construction equipment from theft Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of security guards in physical security?

To discourage people from breaking in (deterrent) Signup and view all the answers

What role do smart cards and key fobs play in physical security?

To control entry and exit into secured spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a metal detector in physical security?

To detect the presence of metal substances in the environment Signup and view all the answers

How do door locks contribute to physical security?

By acting as deterrents for potential intruders Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using fencing in physical security?

To create barriers and prevent unauthorized entry into certain spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of hybrid technology door locks mentioned in the text?

To secure doors using microwave or passive infrared signals Signup and view all the answers

What could be inferred about equipment locks mentioned in the text?

They are designed to prevent theft of large trailers and construction equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using biometric readers in physical security?

To verify identity using unique physical characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

What are considered as logical controls in IT security?

Firewalls and intrusion detection systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a layered approach to security?

To ensure comprehensive security using multiple types of controls Signup and view all the answers

What is an access control vestibule designed to prevent?

Piggybacking and tailgating Signup and view all the answers

What technology is commonly used for access control in specific areas of an organization?

RFID cards Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of video surveillance in organizations?

Motion detection for access control Signup and view all the answers

What can physical controls or physical security help prevent in a network?

Unauthorized physical intrusions into the network Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of alarm systems in an organization?

To alert law enforcement of potential intrusions Signup and view all the answers

In the context of IT security, what are administrative controls primarily concerned with?

Establishing policies and procedures for security management Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of intrusion detection systems in IT security?

Monitoring network traffic for potential security breaches Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using firewalls in IT security?

To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network Signup and view all the answers

Which measure can help prevent unauthorized entry into a restricted area within an organization?

Access control vestibules with authentication mechanisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of user training in the context of IT security?

To educate employees on best practices for security management Signup and view all the answers