Title: Explain the importance of physical security controls.
Course: Cybersecurity in Manufacturing (13002-III) > Section: Managing Risks in Manufacturing

Explanation may include physical vulnerabilities and predisposing conditions, such as

- tamper protection alerts
- lighting
- signs
- fencing/gates/cages (e.g., Faraday cage)
- security guards
- alarms
- safes
- secure cabinets/enclosures
- protected distribution/protected cabling
- airgaps
- mantraps
- locks
- biometrics
- barricades/bollards
- tokens/cards
- environmental controls
  - heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
  - hot and cold aisles
  - fire suppression systems
- cable locks
- screen filters
- cameras
- motion detectors
- logs
- infrared detection equipment
- key management.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What logs can be evaluated for security issues?
- Where would one locate evidence of an access violation?
- Which security controls should be used to gain access to the environment?
- What is the purpose of a Faraday cage?
- What are the security implications of automated environmental controls?