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SY0-301 · Question #541

A security manager requires fencing around the perimeter, and cipher locks on all entrances. The manager is concerned with which of the following security controls?

The correct answer is D. Safety. Physical security measures like fencing and cipher locks fall under the 'Safety' control category, which focuses on protecting people and physical assets from harm or unauthorized access.

General security concepts

Question

A security manager requires fencing around the perimeter, and cipher locks on all entrances. The manager is concerned with which of the following security controls?

Options

  • AIntegrity
  • BAvailability
  • CConfidentiality
  • DSafety

How the community answered

(38 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    95% (36)

Why each option

Physical security measures like fencing and cipher locks fall under the 'Safety' control category, which focuses on protecting people and physical assets from harm or unauthorized access.

AIntegrity

Integrity refers to ensuring data is accurate and unaltered, not physical access controls.

BAvailability

Availability refers to ensuring systems and data are accessible when needed, not physical barriers.

CConfidentiality

Confidentiality refers to protecting information from unauthorized disclosure, not physical perimeter security.

DSafetyCorrect

Safety controls encompass physical security mechanisms such as perimeter fencing and cipher locks that prevent unauthorized physical access to facilities and protect personnel. These controls are distinct from logical security controls and address threats in the physical environment rather than data or system integrity.

Concept tested: Physical security controls and safety measures

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/compliance/assurance/assurance-security-development

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#physical security#perimeter controls#cipher locks#safety controls

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