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ISC2 CC Practice Question: Refer to the exhibit
Exhibit
Error log: [2024-03-15 10:23:45] User 'jsmith' failed authentication from IP 192.168.1.50 [2024-03-15 10:23:47] User 'jsmith' failed authentication from IP 192.168.1.50 [2024-03-15 10:23:49] User 'jsmith' failed authentication from IP 192.168.1.50 [2024-03-15 10:23:51] User 'jsmith' account locked due to multiple failed attempts.
Refer to the exhibit. Which security control is MOST likely triggered?
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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Account lockout policy
The log shows an account lockout after multiple failed authentication attempts, indicating an account lockout policy is in effect.
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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Intrusion prevention system
Why it's wrong here
IPS typically blocks network attacks, not account lockouts.
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Account lockout policy
Why this is correct
Correct. The message 'account locked due to multiple failed attempts' directly indicates this.
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Antivirus software
Why it's wrong here
Antivirus detects malware; unrelated to authentication failures.
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Firewall rule
Why it's wrong here
Firewalls filter traffic; account lockout is an OS/application function.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
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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