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Which of the following type of lock uses a magnetic or embedded chip based plastic card key or token entered i

Which of the following type of lock uses a magnetic or embedded chip based plastic card key or token entered into a sensor/reader to gain access?

A. Bolting door locks

B. Combination door lock

C. Electronic door lock

D. Biometric door lock

Electronic door lock uses a magnetic or embedded chip based plastic card key or token entered into a sensor reader to gain access. A special code internally stored in the card or token is read by sensor device that then activates the door locking mechanism.

For CISA exam you should know below types of lock

Bolting door lock – These locks required the traditional metal key to gain entry. The key should be stamped -do not duplicate- and should be stored and issued under strict management control.

Biometric door lock – An individuals unique body features such as voice, retina, fingerprint,, hand geometry or signature, activate these locks. This system is used in instances when extremely sensitive facilities must be protected such as in the military.

Electronic door lock – This system uses a magnetic or embedded chip based plastic card key or token entered into a sensor reader to gain access. A special code internally stored in the card or token is read by sensor device that then activates the door locking mechanism.

The Combination door lock or cipher lock uses a numeric key pad or dial to gain entry, and is often seen at airport gate entry doors and smaller server rooms. The combination should be changed at regular interval or whenever an employee with access is transferred, fired or subject to disciplinary action. This reduces risk of the combination being known by unauthorized people.

The following were incorrect answers:

Bolting door lock – These locks required the traditional metal key to gain entry. The key should be stamped -do not duplicate- and should be stored and issued under strict management control.

Biometric door lock – An individuals unique body features such as voice, retina, fingerprint,, hand geometry or signature, activate these locks. This system is used in instances when extremely sensitive facilities must be protected such as in the military.

The Combination door lock or cipher lock uses a numeric key pad or dial to gain entry, and is often seen at airport gate entry doors and smaller server rooms. The combination should be changed at regular interval or whenever an employee with access is transferred, fired or subject to disciplinary action. This reduces risk of the combination being known by unauthorized people.

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CISA review manual 2014 Page number376


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