ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
Which of the following is an example of a logical access control?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Password complexity policy
Logical access controls are technology-based mechanisms like passwords, biometrics, and ACLs.
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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Security guard at entrance
Why it's wrong here
Security guards are physical controls.
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Visitor logbook
Why it's wrong here
Visitor logs are administrative/physical controls.
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Fence around building
Why it's wrong here
Fencing is a physical control.
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Password complexity policy
Why this is correct
Password policies enforce logical controls.
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Risk Management and Security Controls
Key term
Least privilege
Least privilege is a security principle that means giving users, systems, or programs only the minimum permissions they need to do their job and nothing more.
Key term
Biometrics
Biometrics is the technology that uses unique physical or behavioral traits, like fingerprints or voice patterns, to verify a person's identity.
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