Which of the answers listed below refer(s) to compensating security control(s)? (Select all that apply)
Multiple response — select two or more answers
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Compensating controls are alternates that provide comparable protection (backup power, MFA, sandboxing, segmentation).
Correct answer(s): a. Backup power systems, c. MFA, d. Application sandboxing, e. Network segmentation
Exam domain: Domain 1: General Security Concepts (12% weight on the official guide).
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