SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner Access Controls questions with correct answers

Authentication applies to Correct Answer-Users, applications and devices Authentication is the process of Correct Answer-proving identity in order to gain access to a resource Authentication proves what Correct Answer-entity attempting to log on is who / what they claim to be Authentication limits Correct Answer-access to only those who should have it Authentication lets administrators do what Correct Answer-set limitations on what users gain access to Most common type of authentication Correct Answer-something you know, something you have, something you are Something you know Correct Answer-passwords and pins Password best practice Correct Answer-strong, do not write down, never share, audit for strength and changed at set intervals Something you have Correct Answer-proximity cards, smart cards, hardware tokens, ID bodges Something you are Correct Answer-Biometrics