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Which of the following access control models use security labels to make access decisions?

The correct answer is A. Mandatory access control (MAC). Mandatory access control (MAC) uses security labels, such as sensitivity levels, assigned to both subjects and objects to enforce access decisions based on a centrally defined security policy.

Submitted by andres_qro· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

Question

Which of the following access control models use security labels to make access decisions?

Options

  • AMandatory access control (MAC)
  • BRole-based access control (RBAC)
  • CIdentity-based access control (IBAC)
  • DDiscretionary access control (DAC)

How the community answered

(20 responses)
  • A
    90% (18)
  • B
    5% (1)
  • C
    5% (1)

Why each option

Mandatory access control (MAC) uses security labels, such as sensitivity levels, assigned to both subjects and objects to enforce access decisions based on a centrally defined security policy.

AMandatory access control (MAC)Correct

Mandatory Access Control (MAC) enforces access decisions based on security labels or sensitivity levels assigned to both subjects (users) and objects (files, resources). The operating system or security kernel strictly controls access based on these labels, preventing users from altering access permissions, ensuring adherence to a central security policy.

BRole-based access control (RBAC)

Role-based access control (RBAC) assigns permissions based on a user's role within an organization, not directly using security labels.

CIdentity-based access control (IBAC)

Identity-based access control (IBAC) is not a standard, widely recognized access control model that primarily uses security labels for access decisions.

DDiscretionary access control (DAC)

Discretionary access control (DAC) allows the owner of a resource to define permissions, typically using access control lists (ACLs), not security labels.

Concept tested: Mandatory Access Control (MAC) principles

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/threat-protection/security-compliance-3/mandatory-access-control

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#access control models#MAC#security labels#RBAC#DAC

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