Question

An organization is trying to decide which type of access control is most appropriate for the network. The current access control approach is too complex and requires significant overhead Management would like to simplify the access control and provide user with the ability to determine what permissions should be applied to files, document, and directories. The access control method that BEST satisfies these objectives is:________

A. Rule-based access control
B. Role-based access control
C. Mandatory access control
D. Discretionary access control

Answer 1

Answer: D.) Discretionary access control

Explanation: Access control modes provides networks with a security system used for moderating, risk prevention and privacy maintainance of data and computing systems. Several access control modes exists depending on the degree of control required. In the discretionary access control approach, users are afforded the freedom and flexibility of making choices regarding permissions granted to programs. Hence, in this mode, permission are user-defined and as such sets privileges based on how the user deems fit.