A security manager has placed conspicuous warning signs around the perimeter of a data center. The signs state, "No Trespassing - Violators Will Be Prosecuted." What type of security control does this action represent?
Deterrent controls are designed to discourage potential attackers. Warning signs are a classic example as they inform individuals of the consequences of trespassing, aiming to deter the action. This is not a preventive control, as it does not physically stop an intruder (e.g., a fence or a lock). It is not a corrective control, which is used after an incident to limit damage (e.g., restoring from backups). It is also not a compensating control, which serves as an alternative when a primary control is not feasible.
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