Cybersecurity Quiz: Lesson 5.18

What are firmware vulnerabilities?

• Security flaws in hardware components

• Weaknesses in virtualization technologies

• Security flaws in embedded software

• Vulnerabilities specific to cloud computing

What is a potential consequence of exploiting firmware vulnerabilities?

• Unauthorized access to the host system

• Resource reuse between virtual machines

• Loss of visibility in cloud infrastructure

• Legal consequences due to compliance failure

When does hardware reach its end-of-life (EOL)?

• When it lacks modern security features

• When it becomes incompatible with legacy hardware

• When the manufacturer stops providing support and updates

• When it is decommissioned properly

What is a common vulnerability associated with legacy hardware?

• Insufficient network security

• Inadequate identity management

• Mismanagement of credentials

• Lack of modern security features

How can organizations mitigate hardware vulnerabilities?

• Regularly apply patches and updates to firmware

• Implement strong isolation mechanisms between virtual machines

• Encrypt data at rest and in transit

• Use Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems

What is a characteristic of VM escape vulnerability?

• Unauthorized access to the host system from a virtual machine

• Insecure handling of virtualized resources

• Weaknesses in virtualization technologies

• Loss of visibility in cloud infrastructure

How can resource reuse vulnerabilities be mitigated?

• Conducting regular compliance assessments

• Regularly updating and patching the hypervisor

• Using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems

• Implementing strong isolation mechanisms between VMs

What is a cloud-specific vulnerability?

• Insufficient network security

• Lack of modern security features in legacy hardware

• Inadequate identity, credential, and access management

• End-of-life issues in hardware components

How can organizations address inadequate network security in cloud environments?

• Implementing network segmentation

• Regularly updating and patching APIs

• Proper disposal or destruction of decommissioned hardware

• Using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems

What is a potential consequence of misconfigurations in cloud environments?

• Loss of customer trust

• Unauthorized access to the host system

• Resource reuse between virtual machines

• Insufficient control over security measures