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Finch, a security professional, was instructed to strengthen the security at the entrance. At the doorway, he implemented a security mechanism that allows employees to register their retina scan and a

The correct answer is A. Biornetric and password authentication. The combination of authentication mechanisms that is implemented in the above scenario is biometric and password authentication. Biometric authentication is a type of authentication that uses an inherent factor, such as a retina scan, to verify the identity of the user. Password

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Finch, a security professional, was instructed to strengthen the security at the entrance. At the doorway, he implemented a security mechanism that allows employees to register their retina scan and a unique six- digit code, using which they can enter the office at any time. Which of the following combinations of authentication mechanisms is implemented in the above scenario?

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  • ABiornetric and password authentication
  • BPassword and two-factor authentication
  • CTwo-factor and smart card authentication
  • DSmart card and password authentication

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(39 responses)
  • A
    87% (34)
  • B
    8% (3)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    3% (1)

Explanation

The combination of authentication mechanisms that is implemented in the above scenario is biometric and password authentication. Biometric authentication is a type of authentication that uses an inherent factor, such as a retina scan, to verify the identity of the user. Password authentication is a type of authentication that uses a knowledge factor, such as a six-digit code, to verify the identity of the user. By combining biometric and password authentication, Finch has implemented a two-factor authentication (2FA) system that requires the user to provide two different types of authentication factors to gain access to the office. 2FA is a more secure way of authentication than using a single factor, as it reduces the risk of unauthorized access due to stolen or compromised credentials. Biometric and password authentication is a common 2FA method that is used in many applications, such as banking, e-commerce, or health care.

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#biometric authentication#multi-factor authentication#access control#authentication mechanisms

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