Advanced Security Training (AST) Practice Test

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• Which common type of social engineering attack involves directly contacting an individual for information?
• What does a digital certificate validate?
• Which of the following can enhance compliance with a social media policy?
• Which report must be filed by SPs in relation to any physical force applied?
• What is meant by Intermediate Weapons in the context of force response options?
• What does the concept of reactionary gap also aid in maintaining?
• In what situation is the recovery position typically utilized?
• Which of the following best defines ransomware?
• Which of the following is an effective strategy in high-stress situations to mitigate asphyxia risks?
• What does the CIA triad in information security represent?
• Can Pain Sensitive Areas (PSAs) be used on Cooperative subjects?
• What is the correct order of the Continuous Assessment Process?
• What does the term “data loss prevention” (DLP) refer to?
• What is the purpose of maintaining an Interview Position?
• What does relative positioning refer to in the context of security personnel?
• What does a DDoS attack aim to achieve?
• What does implementing strong password policies help prevent?
• Which scenario is identified as presenting a High Risk?
• What are Influencing Factors in the assessment process?
• What is an important aspect of a response strategy outlined in social media policies?
• True or False: Only security workers who have completed BST can carry restraining devices.
• What is penetration testing?
• AST licenses expire on the anniversary of which date?
• Which of the following best describes the concept of “Defense in Depth”?
• What is the National Use of Force Framework utilized for?
• What is a common misconception about positional asphyxia?
• How do symmetric and asymmetric encryption differ?
• Does the Communication Force Response Option include both verbal and non-verbal skills?
• Which of the following actions is recommended if a subject appears to be experiencing signs of positional asphyxia?
• What is the primary function of physical control as indicated in the National Use of Force Framework?
• What does a safe interview stance allow security personnel (SPs) to do?
• Can security personnel rely solely on verbal communication in high-stress situations?
• What role does employee training play in a social media policy?
• BST licensees are good for how many years?
• What defines a cyber threat actor?
• What issue can arise from employees not following a social media policy?
• What aspect is critical for developing an effective social media policy?
• What is the term used to describe a risk posed by individuals within an organization who may misuse insider information?
• Is it permissible for an SP to handcuff subjects without an arrest?
• What outcome should be avoided when dealing with Cooperative subjects?
• Why may an SP opt to use Physical Control Force?
• In the context of cybersecurity, what is a primary goal of a social media policy?
• Where should handcuffs be applied on a subject?
• In which position is the security personnel least capable of safeguarding themselves?
• What is excited delirium syndrome characterized by?
• How should SPs respond in situations requiring Continuous Assessment Process?
• What should an SP do immediately after applying physical force?
• Which of the following describes deadly force?
• How is Known Risk defined?
• What best describes the term 'positional asphyxia'?
• Which intervention is NOT effective in preventing positional asphyxia?
• What is the characteristic of Position 1.5 in terms of the subject's reach?
• When should a Security Personnel (SP) call the police after having arrested a subject?
• Which type of restraining device is authorized for use by SPs?
• AST licenses are valid for how many years?
• In the context of cybersecurity, what function does Artificial Intelligence (AI) serve?
• What is the goal of use of force incident reporting?
• What is a Zero-Day exploit?
• Which type of subject would likely require the use of palm strikes from security personnel?
• How can a social media policy help in crisis management?
• What is the primary goal of Tactical Communication?
• What is the best approach to minimize the risk of positional asphyxia during arrests?
• True or False: An individual with a valid security license may carry and use restraining devices even if they have not completed BST.
• What does regular security auditing primarily assess?
• What are security controls?
• What is the purpose of the escort position during subject control?
• What does continuity planning entail in security management?
• What is a critical factor in determining how to respond to a subject?
• What does a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) provide in a public cloud environment?
• What position is referred to as the escort position?
• What is the definition of social engineering in the context of security?
• What is true about licensed security businesses regarding restraining devices?
• What does a social media policy in cybersecurity primarily address?
• What is the role of training in reducing risks associated with positional asphyxia?
• What does patch management refer to?
• What defines Passive Resistance?
• Positional asphyxia is most often associated with which of the following situations?
• What is the primary function of a tactic in a security context?
• Which terminology is often used to describe a subject that actively resists security personnel's directions?
• Why is it important to define Known Risk in security assessments?
• How is Lethal Force differentiated from other response options?
• What should an SP do if a subject in handcuffs exhibits violent behavior?
• Which protocol is typically used for secure online transactions?
• What defines assaultive behavior in a subject?
• What does “threat intelligence” include?
• What does the term "unknown risk" refer to in security situations?
• What is a critical aspect of incident reporting in use of force situations?
• What is the primary goal of the Situational Assessment process?
• What does “Security Awareness Training” focus on?
• Why are regular security audits important?
• Which of the following is considered an Evasion Technique?
• Under which circumstance may the Physical Control Force Response Option be considered?
• What does BYOD stand for in a security context?
• Why is ethics supervision crucial in cybersecurity?
• What role does patch management play in cybersecurity?
• What is not a duty of a Security Personnel regarding handcuffed subjects?
• Does increasing the Reactionary Gap provide security personnel more time to consider options?
• What does Common Vulnerability and Exposures (CVE) refer to?
• Is it always advantageous to have more physical space between a subject and security personnel?
• Which of the below is NOT a recommended maintenance technique for handcuffs?
• In what scenario is positional asphyxia more likely to occur?
• What role does SP's body language play in establishing presence?
• What does the Continuous Assessment Process consist of?
• What does an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) do?
• Is a subject who actively follows orders of a security personnel considered an Active Resister?
• What is a security incident response plan?
• What type(s) of restraining devices may SPs use upon successfully completing the AST course?
• What is the purpose of a Digital Certificate?
• What is the renewal process for AST licenses?
• Which of the following is NOT an Influencing Factor?
• What is a “man-in-the-middle” attack?
• What is meant by disengagement in the context of subject control?
• In which of the following situations should caution be exercised to prevent positional asphyxia?
• What is the primary purpose of a disaster recovery plan?
• In which position is a security personnel most vulnerable to assaultive behavior from the subject?
• What is required for a SP to maintain their certification?
• Which term describes the use of more force than is reasonably necessary?
• What is the significance of security policies in an organization?
• What is the consequence of not following security policies?
• What is a security token?
• Situational Assessment consists of how many stages?
• When should the double-lock of handcuffs be applied?
• Are SPs allowed to let subjects in handcuffs go to the bathroom?
• Which tool is commonly used for vulnerability assessment?
• What is the purpose of the Jaw portion of the handcuff?
• What is the primary aim of penetration testing?
• Which of the following should be included in a social media policy for businesses?
• What is the purpose of Position 2.5 within the National Use of Force Framework?
• Which scenario is least likely to lead to positional asphyxia?
• Which statement best describes a subject displaying excited delirium syndrome?
• What is a critical factor that could prevent positional asphyxia during restraint?
• Are subjects with Excited Delirium Syndrome at risk of death?
• What should be addressed in a company’s social media policy concerning content sharing?
• When a subject escalates to an Active Resister, how should they be treated?
• When handcuffing a subject, how should SPs ideally approach?
• What characterizes Gravious Bodily Harm in the context of an engagement?
• According to the National Use of Force Framework, which part is considered the most important?
• Position 3 places a security personnel in what disadvantageous situation for the subject?
• What advantage does being in Position 2.5 provide for the security personnel?
• What is the principle of data minimization advocating for in organizations?
• Which fact about handcuffing is true?
• Position 2 is described as being located in which area relative to the subject?
• Which framework is commonly used for incident response planning?
• Which of the following is an indicator of potential problems with a subject?
• What is the purpose of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
• Which scenario is most justified for using handcuffs?
• How many times may you write the AST exam before you must retake the entire course?
• What does the Cheek portion of the handcuff contain?
• What term describes a subject that is compliant and agreeable with a security personnel?
• What does the Security Programs Division (SPD) signify?
• What is the primary function of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)?
• What is a key outcome of a penetration test?
• What are the potential effects of excessive force?
• Which key element should be a focus in regular reviews of social media policies?
• What does VPN stand for and what is its primary purpose?
• Which response option is considered sufficient when dealing with Passive Resister subjects?
• What characteristic defines a subject who is actively resistant?
• What is one primary benefit of having an incident response team?
• What constitutes a Lawful Order?
• What is the main benefit of adopting an appropriate Interview Position?
• What term describes a subject that does not comply by becoming limp or motionless?
• What is a primary focus of a disaster recovery plan?
• What term is used for a subject that responds to security personnel's direction with aggression?
• Which aspect is essential in developing effective security awareness training programs?
• What is the importance of maintaining a distance from subjects?
• Which of the following best describes communication in the context of the National Use of Force Framework?
• What’s the intended effect of effective Tactical Communication?
• Should a security personnel prioritize the safety of customers over their own safety when dealing with a subject?
• What responsibility do SPs have once a subject is handcuffed?
• What is a data breach?
• What does a data retention policy define?
• What responsibility do licensed security businesses have regarding their workers?
• Which elements contribute to the concept of presence in the National Use of Force Framework?
• What is the role of an Ethics Committee in cybersecurity?
• What does Section 11 of the SSR prohibit without authorization?
• Should the safety of security personnel ever be considered secondary to a subject's behavior?
• What does a superior physical strength imply in the context of physical control?
• What is the main role of antivirus software?
• Why is it important to have guidelines for social media usage in a professional context?
• What is the correct procedure after applying handcuffs to a subject?
• Which of the following is a potential indication that a person may be experiencing positional asphyxia?
• What is a common characteristic of cyber threat actors?
• In what context is the assessment of High Risk primarily concerned?
• In a safe interview stance, how should security personnel position themselves?
• What physical factor increases the risk of positional asphyxia?
• What is the main purpose of a Risk Assessment in security?
• What does the term "malware" refer to?
• When must use of force reports be completed?
• What is the significance of a ready stance during an interaction?
• What criteria help assess Influencing Factors in a security situation?
• Which behavior indicates a cooperative subject?
• What is Lethal Force characterized by according to the National Use of Force Framework?
• How tight should handcuffs be applied to ensure safety?
• What is required for a security worker to use restraining devices?
• What is a Firewall?
• What is NOT likely to improve when a Service Provider (SP) stands very close to subjects?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding positional asphyxia?
• What role does communication play according to the National Use of Force Framework?
• The Palm Strike is aimed at which part of the body for what purpose?
• What is an effective method to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data?
• Which of the following Force Response Options is NOT authorized for security personnel?
• What is the primary goal of Advanced Security Training (AST)?
• What does the term “Phishing” refer to in cybersecurity?
• What is essential about maintaining a reactionary gap?
• A good social media policy should promote which of the following?
• What is the principle of least privilege?
• What is a potential consequence of ineffective social media policies for a company?
• What reinforces the duty of an SP regarding handcuffed individuals?