Certified Information Security Manager CISM · Free Practice Question Easy
Question 11
Which authentication factor is represented by a fingerprint scan?
- A A) Something you know
- B B) Something you have
- C C) Something you are
- D D) Something you can do
Reveal correct answer
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Explanation: Biometric features like fingerprint scans represent the authentication factor of something you are, as they are unique physical characteristics of the individual. Explanation (Incorrect Options): A) Something you know: This refers to knowledge-based factors like passwords or PINs. B) Something you have: This refers to possession-based factors like tokens or smart cards. D) Something you can do: This is not a typical authentication factor category and does not specifically relate to fingerprint scans.Discussion
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