ISC2 Exam ISSAP Topic 2 Question 83 Discussion

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Question #: 83
Topic #: 2

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Which of the following is the most secure method of authentication?

ASmart card

BAnonymous

CUsername and password

DBiometrics

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Suggested Answer: D

biophysical qualities to identify a user. Nowadays, the usage of biometric devices such as hand scanners and retinal scanners is becoming

more common in the business environment. It is the most secure method of authentication.

Answer option C is incorrect. Username and password is the least secure method of authentication in comparison of smart card and biometrics

authentication. Username and password can be intercepted.

Answer option A is incorrect. Smart card authentication is not as reliable as biometrics authentication.

Answer option B is incorrect. Anonymous authentication does not provide security as a user can log on to the system anonymously and he is

not prompted for credentials.

by Carissa at Apr 08, 2024, 07:01 PM

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Carol

6 months ago

I think C) Username and password can be easily hacked, so it's not as secure as biometrics.

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Cyril

6 months ago

Smart cards can be lost or stolen though, unlike biometrics.

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Chun

6 months ago

I'm not sure, but I've heard that A) Smart card is also very secure.

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Carin

6 months ago

I agree with Biometrics are unique to each individual.

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Cyril

6 months ago

I think the most secure method is D) Biometrics.

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Jimmie

7 months ago

Smart card is also a secure method, but Biometrics seems more reliable.

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Sylvie

7 months ago

Username and password can be easily compromised, I would go with Biometrics too.

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Felicidad

7 months ago

I agree, Biometrics involves unique physical characteristics.

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Lashawnda

7 months ago

I think the most secure method of authentication is Biometrics.

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Madonna

8 months ago

Anonymous? Really? That sounds more like something a supervillain would use, not a legitimate security measure. I'm sticking with biometrics.

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Lashaunda

8 months ago

I don't know, man. I kind of like the idea of going with 'anonymous' authentication. That way, no one can ever trace it back to me, you know? Perfect for all my, uh, 'sensitive' activities.

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Jenise

8 months ago

Haha, that's a good point! Although I guess it's better than having your password stolen. But still, a little too extreme for my liking.

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Bea

8 months ago

Yeah, biometrics are tough to beat. But what if my finger gets cut off? I'm not too keen on the idea of having to chop off a body part just to log in!

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Tasia

8 months ago

Definitely. I'm leaning towards biometrics as the most secure option. Fingerprints, iris scans, and the like are much harder to forge than a simple username and password.

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Elinore

6 months ago

I also believe that biometrics offer the highest level of security.

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Beula

6 months ago

I think biometrics are definitely the way to go for security reasons.

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Iluminada

7 months ago

I agree, biometrics provide a more secure form of authentication.

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Marti

8 months ago

I think this is a great question! Authentication is a crucial aspect of security, so it's important that we really understand the different methods and their relative strengths.

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