CISSP® Certification Domain 3: Security Architecture and Engineering Video Boot Camp for 2022 - Physical security part 1

The video tutorial covers the importance of physical security as part of a defense-in-depth strategy. It explains various types of security controls, including preventative, detective, deterrent, compensating, and administrative controls. The tutorial also discusses physical security elements like fences, gates, bollards, and lighting, emphasizing their roles in preventing unauthorized access. Additionally, it highlights the use of CCTV and surveillance systems, including digital and infrared cameras, to enhance security measures.

Which type of control is designed to stop an action from occurring?

• Detective control

• Preventative control

• Deterrent control

• Compensating control

What is the primary purpose of a tall fence with barbed wire?

• To provide administrative support

• To prevent unauthorized access

• To compensate for other controls

• To detect intruders

How do bollards function in physical security?

• As a decorative element

• As a preventative measure

• As a compensating control

• As an administrative control

Why is it important for security lighting to cover the entire area?

• To ensure no dark spots for intruders

• To save energy

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal

• To create a welcoming environment

What is a key difference between CCTV and IP cameras?

• IP cameras are not part of a closed circuit

• IP cameras are part of a closed circuit

• CCTV cameras are wireless

• CCTV cameras use the regular light spectrum

Why is digital storage preferred for CCTV footage?

• It requires less maintenance

• It allows for easier access and security

• It provides better video quality

• It is cheaper than analog storage

What is the advantage of using infrared cameras in dark areas?

• They are easier to install

• They detect heat signatures

• They are cheaper than regular cameras

• They enhance visible light