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Which access control model is BEST suited in an environ…

Which access control model is BEST suited in an environment where a high security level is required and
where it is desired that only the administrator grants access control?

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A.
DAC

B.
MAC

C.
Access control matrix

D.
TACACS

Explanation:
MAC systems are generally very specialized and are used to protect highly classified data. Users require the
correct security clearance to access a specific classification of data.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Discretionary Access Control (DAC) allows data owners to dictate what subjects have access to the files and
resources they own.
C: An access control matrix is a table of subjects and objects indicating the actions individual subjects are
allowed to take on individual objects.
D: TACACS is a remote access protocol, not an access control model.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2013, pp. 220-237


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