CSSLP · Question #334
In which type of access control do user ID and password system come under?
The correct answer is B. Technical. User ID and password systems are classified under technical access controls because they are implemented through software and hardware to manage and enforce access policies.
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In which type of access control do user ID and password system come under?
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- APhysical
- BTechnical
- CPower
- DAdministrative
How the community answered
(20 responses)- B95% (19)
- D5% (1)
Why each option
User ID and password systems are classified under technical access controls because they are implemented through software and hardware to manage and enforce access policies.
Physical access controls restrict access to physical facilities and assets, such as locks or security guards.
Technical access controls are implemented through technology (software, hardware, or firmware) to protect systems and resources, directly encompassing user ID and password systems.
Power is not a recognized category of access control systems.
Administrative access controls involve policies, procedures, and guidelines established by management, such as employee training or background checks.
Concept tested: Types of access control
Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/technical_controls
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