A forensic analyst is reviewing electronic evidence after a robbery. Security cameras installed at the site
were facing the wrong direction to capture the incident. The analyst ensures the cameras are turned to
face the proper direction. Which of the following types of controls is being used?

A.
Detective

B.
Deterrent

C.
Corrective

D.
Preventive

Explanation:
A corrective control would be any corrective action taken to correct any existing control that were faulty
or wrongly installed – as in this case the cameras were already there, it just had to be adjusted to perform
its function as intended.
Incorrect Answers:A: A detective control is used to uncover a violation and only becomes relevant when preventive control
has failed.
B: A deterrent control would be anything that is intended to warn a would be attacker that they should
not attack, like a warning that they may be prosecuted in the shape of a banner.
D: A preventive control would be to stop something from happening like a locked door or user training on
potential harm.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, p. 384