A company is assessing various options to enhance the security of their facility and data center. Which of the following would serve as the best deterrent control to discourage trespassers from entering the secured premises of the data center?
Erecting security awareness posters regarding tailgating in employee areas
Implementing badge readers at all points of entrance and exit
Deploying mantraps at the primary entrance to the data center
Installing highly visible security cameras around the perimeter and entry points
Security cameras are a form of deterrent control designed to discourage unauthorized individuals from attempting to access a secure area. Their presence is often enough to dissuade potential attackers as it increases the likelihood of being caught and recorded, which can lead to identification and potential prosecution. In contrast, badge readers and mantraps, while part of physical security measures, are types of preventive controls that actively prevent unauthorized access. Security awareness posters do not directly discourage trespassers from entering secured premises, as they are more focused on educating authorized personnel on maintaining security practices.
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