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Question #: 399
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following is considered an administrative control?

  • A. Keystroke logging
  • B. Access control process
  • C. Door locks
  • D. Biometric authentication
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️
A process is an administrative control; sometimes, the process includes elements of other types of controls (in this case, the access control mechanism might be a technical control, or it might be a physical control), but the process itself is administrative. Keystroke logging is a technical control (or an attack, if done for malicious purposes, and not for auditing); door locks are a physical control; and biometric authentication is a technological control.

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MaciekMT
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
Administrative controls are policies, procedures, and guidelines designed to manage security and reduce risk through organizational oversight rather than physical or technical means. 🔹 Why is "Access Control Process" an Administrative Control? It defines how access is granted, revoked, or managed within an organization. It involves roles, permissions, policies, and governance around authentication and authorization. Examples include least privilege policies, user access reviews, and account management procedures. Why Not the Others? A. Keystroke logging → Technical control (monitors user activity for security or compliance). C. Door locks → Physical control (restricts physical access to secure areas). D. Biometric authentication → Technical control (uses fingerprint, retina scan, or facial recognition for access).
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cmarcos97
2 years, 1 month ago
Can someone confirm this? I feel like this question is not worded right.
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bradseth
8 months, 1 week ago
process is administrative
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