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Tailgating and Piggybacking Prevention

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Tailgating and piggybacking are types of unauthorized entry in which an individual gains access to a secured area by following closely behind someone with authorization to enter. This can be a significant security vulnerability, as it essentially bypasses the access control measures in place. Preve…

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CompTIA Security+ - Tailgating and Piggybacking Prevention Example Questions

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Question 1

An employee notices someone trying to enter the building by closely following another employee without using their access card. What should the employee do?

Correct Answer: Inform the security personnel

When witnessing tailgating or piggybacking, the best course of action is to inform the security personnel. Confronting the suspected individual or ignoring the situation may lead to potential risk.

Question 2

What is an effective security measure to reduce the risk of piggybacking in a secured parking lot?

Correct Answer: Automated gates with vehicle identification reader

Automated gates with vehicle identification readers only allow one authorized vehicle entry at a time, reducing piggybacking risk. Other options may help enhance security but do not directly address the piggybacking issue.

Question 3

A new employee has trouble accessing the building with their access card. Another employee sees their struggles and lets them in. What is this an example of?

Correct Answer: Tailgating

Tailgating, also known as piggybacking, occurs when an unauthorized person follows an authorized person into a secure area. In this scenario, the new employee tailgates the authorized employee to enter the building.

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