ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
In the context of identification and authentication, which of the following is an example of authentication?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Providing a fingerprint scan
Authentication is the process of proving a claimed identity. Providing a fingerprint matches the user's biometric data, verifying identity.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Entering a username
Why it's wrong here
Entering a username is identification (claiming an identity).
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Being assigned a user ID
Why it's wrong here
Assignment is part of identification setup.
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Providing a fingerprint scan
Why this is correct
A biometric scan proves the claimed identity, thus authentication.
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Swiping an access badge
Why it's wrong here
Swiping a badge is typically identification (card swipe).
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Authentication and Authorization Methods
Key term
Authentication
Authentication is the process of verifying that someone or something is who or what it claims to be before granting access to a system or resource.
Key term
User
A user is any person, system, or device that interacts with an IT service, resource, or identity system, typically authenticated through credentials and authorized to perform specific actions.
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