What is an example of a good physical security measure?

Question

Options

• AAll employees and visitors carry an access pass.
• BPrinters that are defective or have been replaced are immediately removed and given away as garbage for
• CMaintenance staff can be given quick and unimpeded access to the server area in the event of disaster.

• A
  75% (33)
• B
  9% (4)
• C
  16% (7)

Explanation

Access passes for all employees and visitors (A) is a strong physical security measure because it enforces identity verification and accountability for everyone on-site, making it easy to identify unauthorized individuals and creating an auditable trail of who entered and when.

Option B is wrong because disposing of old printers as garbage is a data security risk - printers store data in internal memory, and improper disposal can expose sensitive information; secure destruction or wiping is required.

Option C is wrong because granting unimpeded server room access to maintenance staff - even in emergencies - bypasses access control and creates a vulnerability; authorized personnel should still be verified and escorted, regardless of urgency.

Memory tip: Think of physical security as "trust but verify for everyone, no exceptions." If a measure removes verification or creates uncontrolled access (even with good intentions), it's a weakness, not a strength.

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