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CISSP Exam - Question 20


Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of installing a mantrap within a facility?

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Correct Answer: C

The primary purpose of installing a mantrap within a facility is to prevent piggybacking. Piggybacking occurs when an unauthorized individual follows an authorized person into a secure area without proper authentication. A mantrap ensures that only one individual can enter at a time by requiring credentials to be presented, thereby enhancing security by preventing unauthorized access.

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franbarproOption: C
Sep 7, 2022

piggybacking, similar to tailgating, refers to when a person tags along with another person who is authorized to gain entry into a restricted area, or pass a certain checkpoint. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piggybacking_(security)#:~:text=In%20security%2C%20piggybacking%2C%20similar%20to,be%20either%20electronic%20or%20physical.

MSKidOption: C
Sep 7, 2022

Agreed

DButtareOption: C
Sep 14, 2022

Tight space

EltoothOption: C
Oct 27, 2022

C is correct answer. Piggybacking.

IvanchunOption: C
Dec 25, 2022

Piggybacking, no other option

jackdryan
Apr 23, 2023

C is correct

vorozcoOption: C
Jun 21, 2023

C is correct

Bach1968Option: C
Jul 5, 2023

The main objective of a mantrap is to prevent piggybacking, which refers to unauthorized individuals following closely behind an authorized person to gain entry to a restricted area without proper authentication. By allowing only one person at a time, the mantrap ensures that each individual must present their credentials, such as an access card or biometric identification, before proceeding further into the secure area.

Hackermayne
Jan 7, 2024

Your description isn't entirely correct, you're describing tailgating. Piggybacking is similar except its generally an unauthorized person allowing someone in, assuming they're supposed to be there. i.e. its the difference between scurrying in while the doors open (tailgating) and having a staff member hold the door open because you're carrying a large box of donuts (piggybacking)

shmoeeeOption: C
Nov 24, 2023

If you see piggybacking or tailgating, choose that

Vasyamba1Option: C
Mar 12, 2024

Control traffic and Prevent Rapid Movement are not a final specific end goal, the concepts are too vague.

Jenkins3molOption: C
Apr 30, 2024

ain't that obvious?