ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst notices repeated failed login attempts from a single IP address. The account is locked after 10 failed attempts. This is an example of which type of control?
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Logical access control
Account lockout is a logical access control that detects and mitigates brute-force attacks.
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Logical access control
Why this is correct
Account lockout is a software-based control to prevent unauthorized access.
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Compensating control
Why it's wrong here
Compensating controls are alternative measures.
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Physical access control
Why it's wrong here
Physical controls involve tangible barriers.
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Administrative control
Why it's wrong here
Administrative controls are policies and procedures.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Access control
Access control is the security practice of determining who or what is allowed to view, use, or enter a resource, and under what conditions.
Key term
Account lockout
Account lockout is a security feature that temporarily disables a user account after a set number of failed login attempts to prevent unauthorized access.
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