Eccouncil Exam 112-51 Topic 5 Question 15 Discussion

Actual exam question for Eccouncil's 112-51 exam

Question #: 15
Topic #: 5

Jacob, a network defender in an organization, was instructed to improve the physical security measures to prevent unauthorized intrusion attempts. In this process, Jacob implemented certain physical security controls by using warning messages and signs that notify legal consequences to discourage hackers from making intrusion attempts.

Which of the following type of physical security controls has Jacob implemented in the above scenario?

ARecovery controls

BDetective control

CPreventive controls

DDeterrent controls

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Suggested Answer: D

Deterrent controls are a type of physical security controls that use warning messages and signs to notify legal consequences and discourage hackers from making intrusion attempts. Deterrent controls aim to reduce the likelihood of an attack by creating a perception of risk or fear in the potential attackers. Deterrent controls can include fences, locks, alarms, cameras, guards, or security policies12. Reference: Network Defense Essentials - EC-Council Learning, Understanding the Various Types of Physical Security Controls

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Kerry

4 months ago

Haha, Jacob should have just put up a giant sign saying 'Beware of the Kraken!' That would really deter the hackers, don't you think?

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Dallas

2 months ago

D) Deterrent controls

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Veronika

2 months ago

C) Preventive controls

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Jutta

3 months ago

B) Detective control

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Tiera

3 months ago

A) Recovery controls

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Virgina

3 months ago

Yeah, those warning signs can be pretty effective in preventing unauthorized access.

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Tashia

3 months ago

I think Jacob went for deterrent controls to keep hackers away.

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Roy

3 months ago

Haha, that would definitely scare them off!

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Elenor

4 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. Could it be B. Detective control? The signs might help detect potential intruders, no?

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Glendora

4 months ago

I think C. Preventive controls is the right answer here. The physical security measures are meant to prevent unauthorized access, not just deter it.

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Alline

3 months ago

I agree, C) Preventive controls is the correct answer. It focuses on preventing unauthorized access rather than just detecting or recovering from it.

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Tamekia

3 months ago

D) Deterrent controls

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Maynard

3 months ago

C) Preventive controls

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Kris

3 months ago

B) Detective control

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Marleen

3 months ago

A) Recovery controls

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Nobuko

4 months ago

I see your point, Caprice. Preventive controls could also be a valid option in this case.

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Carmen

4 months ago

Definitely D. Deterrent controls like warning signs are exactly what Jacob implemented to discourage hackers from even attempting intrusion.

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Gracie

4 months ago

D) Deterrent controls

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Johnetta

4 months ago

C) Preventive controls

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Asuncion

4 months ago

B) Detective control

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Tandra

4 months ago

A) Recovery controls

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Caprice

4 months ago

But couldn't it also be preventive controls to stop hackers from attempting intrusion?

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Latosha

5 months ago

I agree with Wendell, deterrent controls make sense in this scenario.

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Wendell

5 months ago

I think Jacob implemented deterrent controls.

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