20+ practice questions focused on Physical Security Controls — one of the most tested topics on the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation so you learn why the right answer is correct.
Start Physical Security Controls PracticeA customer reports that their laptop was stolen from their desk over the weekend. The laptop contained sensitive client data. Which physical security control should have been implemented to prevent this theft?
Explanation: Cable locks are a simple and effective physical security control to prevent laptop theft by securing the device to a desk or fixed object. This scenario tests the understanding of basic physical deterrents against opportunistic theft in an office environment.
During a security audit, you find that a company's server room door is propped open with a trash can to allow airflow. What is the most immediate physical security risk in this scenario?
Explanation: Propping open a secured door completely bypasses the access control system, allowing unauthorized individuals to enter the server room undetected. This highlights the importance of maintaining door closure mechanisms to ensure physical security.
A company's server room has a door with a proximity card reader. Employees report that the door sometimes does not close fully, allowing it to be pushed open without a card. What is the best solution?
Explanation: A door closer ensures the door automatically shuts and latches after each use, preventing it from being left ajar. This addresses the root cause of the security gap by maintaining the integrity of the access control system.
A company is designing a secure entry for a high-security lab. They need to ensure that only one person can enter at a time and that the person must be authenticated before the second door opens. Which physical security control should be used?
Explanation: A mantrap with two interlocking doors and authentication requirements ensures one-person-at-a-time entry, preventing tailgating and piggybacking. This is the gold standard for high-security areas requiring strict access control.
A technician is configuring a new server rack in a shared office space. Which physical security measure should be applied to prevent unauthorized physical access to the servers?
Explanation: Rack-mount locks secure the server chassis within the rack, preventing unauthorized removal or tampering with individual servers. This is a standard physical control for multi-tenant or shared spaces where racks are accessible.
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