PSP Access Control Systems

Question 1

Which access control model grants permissions based on a subject's clearance level and the sensitivity classification of the object?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory Access Control (MAC)

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Discretionary Access Control (DAC)

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Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

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Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a mantrap (access control vestibule) in a physical security system?

Accepted Answer

To prevent tailgating and piggybacking

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To provide emergency egress

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To house security personnel

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To store access control credentials

Question 3

Which card technology offers the highest level of security for access control credentials?

Accepted Answer

Smart card (contact/contactless)

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Magnetic stripe

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Proximity (125 kHz)

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Wiegand wire

Question 4

In access control, what does the term 'two-person integrity rule' require?

Accepted Answer

Two authorized individuals must be present to access a sensitive area

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Two guards must patrol together at all times

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Two separate authentication factors must be used

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Two supervisors must approve access requests

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum door thickness for a high-security access-controlled door to resist forced entry?

Accepted Answer

1-3/4 inches (44mm)

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1-3/8 inches (35mm)

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1 inch (25mm)

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2-1/4 inches (57mm)

Question 6

Which biometric identifier is considered the MOST unique and stable over time for access control purposes?

Accepted Answer

Iris pattern

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Fingerprint

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Hand geometry

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Voice recognition