Eccouncil ECSS Exam - Topic 5 Question 99 Discussion

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Question #: 99
Topic #: 5

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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?

ADetective control

BPreventive controls

CDeterrent controls

DRecovery controls

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Suggested Answer: C

Jacob has implementeddeterrent controlsby using warning messages and signs to discourage hackers from attempting unauthorized intrusions.Deterrent controls aim to deter potential attackers by creating a visible deterrent effect, such as displaying signs indicating legal consequences or security measures1. These controls serve as a preventive measure by discouraging unauthorized access.Reference: EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) documents and course materials.

by Nell at Jan 12, 2025, 04:03 PM

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Carma

3 months ago

It's all about making them think twice! Good move by Jacob.

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Lorean

3 months ago

Wait, can signs really deter hackers? Seems a bit naive.

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Chaya

3 months ago

Agreed, deterrent controls make the most sense here.

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Kirby

4 months ago

I think it's more of a preventive control. They stop the intrusion before it happens.

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Jettie

4 months ago

Definitely deterrent controls! Those signs are meant to scare off intruders.

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Hoa

4 months ago

I could be wrong, but I thought detective controls were more about identifying breaches after they happen, not preventing them.

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Shanda

4 months ago

This sounds similar to a practice question I did where signs were mentioned as a way to prevent unauthorized access. I feel like it's definitely deterrent controls.

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Leota

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about preventive controls being about stopping attacks before they happen.

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Carin

5 months ago

I think Jacob's use of warning signs is more about discouraging intrusions, so it might be deterrent controls?

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Tawny

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused by the wording of the question. Let me re-read it and see if I can figure out the right approach to this type of question.

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Jacinta

5 months ago

Warning messages and signs that notify legal consequences - that sounds like a deterrent control to me. I'll go with option C.

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Giovanna

5 months ago

Okay, the key here is that the controls are meant to discourage hackers, so I'm guessing the answer is deterrent controls.

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Desirae

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the difference between deterrent and preventive controls. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Alease

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question on physical security controls. I'm pretty confident I can identify the right answer.

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Odette

1 year ago

C) Deterrent controls, no doubt. Who would be stupid enough to try and hack a place with those ominous warning signs? I wouldn't risk it!

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Sharika

11 months ago

Definitely, it's all about preventing unauthorized access in the first place.

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Lai

11 months ago

It's a smart move by Jacob to use deterrent controls for physical security.

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Mireya

12 months ago

I agree, they really make you think twice before attempting anything.

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Gertude

12 months ago

I know right, those warning signs are definitely a deterrent.

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Justine

1 year ago

I'm going with C) Deterrent controls too. This is like putting up a 'Beware of Dog' sign - it's meant to make the bad guys think twice.

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Buddy

1 year ago

C) Deterrent controls

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Tasia

1 year ago

B) Preventive controls

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Cathrine

1 year ago

A) Detective control

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Peggie

1 year ago

But could it also be preventive controls to stop unauthorized access in the first place?

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Lera

1 year ago

I agree with Heidy, deterrent controls make sense to discourage hackers.

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Kerry

1 year ago

I agree, C) Deterrent controls is the correct answer. Jacob is trying to scare off the hackers with the threat of legal consequences.

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Remona

1 year ago

Definitely C) Deterrent controls. Those warning signs are a classic way to discourage potential intruders.

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Filiberto

1 year ago

Jacob did a good job implementing those warning messages as deterrent controls.

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Almeta

1 year ago

I agree, deterrent controls are meant to discourage unauthorized access.

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Glenn

1 year ago

Yes, you're right. Those warning signs are definitely deterrent controls.

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Heidy

1 year ago

I think Jacob implemented deterrent controls.

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