Study Guide: Unit 5 - Vulnerability Analysis & Remediation

What is the primary purpose of vulnerability scans in cybersecurity?

• To analyze source code for security vulnerabilities

• To conduct controlled, simulated attacks on systems

• To identify known vulnerabilities in systems or networks

• To gather information from publicly available sources

What is static analysis in application security?

• Assessing the application's behavior during runtime

• Monitoring software packages and dependencies for security vulnerabilities

• Analyzing the source code or binary code of an application without executing it

• Leveraging intelligence from private or third-party sources

How can organizations stay informed about the latest cyber threats?

• By conducting penetration testing

• By participating in information-sharing organizations

• By analyzing data from social media

• By monitoring activities on the dark web

What is the primary purpose of penetration testing?

• To analyze source code for security vulnerabilities

• To identify known vulnerabilities in systems or networks

• To conduct controlled, simulated attacks on systems

• To assess the behavior of applications during runtime

What is the goal of a responsible disclosure program in cybersecurity?

• To monitor activities on the dark web

• To establish a process for reporting discovered vulnerabilities responsibly

• To offer incentives for external individuals who discover vulnerabilities

• To assess the effectiveness of an organization's systems and controls

Which method involves gathering information from publicly available sources to understand potential threats or vulnerabilities?

• Static analysis

• Penetration testing

• Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

• Dark Web monitoring

What is dynamic analysis in application security?

• Assessing the application's behavior during runtime

• Analyzing the source code of an application without executing it

• Monitoring software packages and dependencies

• Conducting controlled, simulated attacks on systems

What is package monitoring in application security?

• Analyzing source code for security vulnerabilities

• Assessing the security of software packages and dependencies

• Monitoring the behavior of applications during runtime

• Conducting controlled, simulated attacks on systems

What is the purpose of leveraging intelligence from private or third-party sources in cybersecurity?

• To conduct controlled, simulated attacks on systems

• To analyze source code for security vulnerabilities

• To enhance security measures

• To monitor activities on the dark web

What is the primary goal of systematic examination and evaluation in cybersecurity?

• To conduct vulnerability scans

• To participate in information-sharing organizations

• To establish responsible disclosure programs

• To ensure compliance, security, and effectiveness