ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
Which of the following is an example of a Type 2 authentication factor?
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Why each option matters
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Smart card
Type 2 authentication is based on possession, such as a smart card.
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PIN
Why it's wrong here
PIN is Type 1 (knowledge).
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Password
Why it's wrong here
Password is Type 1 (knowledge).
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Smart card
Why this is correct
Smart card is a possession factor (Type 2).
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Fingerprint
Why it's wrong here
Fingerprint is Type 3 (inherence).
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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
Common Access Card
A Common Access Card (CAC) is a smart card issued by the U.S. Department of Defense that serves as a single identification, authentication, and access credential for military personnel and contractors.
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