Sensitive Data Exposure

Sensitive Data Exposure

Assessment

Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the security risks associated with applications, focusing on how they can unintentionally leak sensitive information. It highlights vulnerabilities such as weak encryption and session ID impersonation, which attackers can exploit. The video also provides countermeasures to enhance security, including encrypting data, using secure protocols, and preventing the display of internal error messages.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk when applications leak configuration details?

Improved application performance

Enhanced data encryption

Sensitive information theft

Increased user engagement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are weak encryption keys a security concern?

They enhance user experience

They reduce server load

They can be easily broken by attackers

They increase data processing speed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can attackers do with data intercepted over insecure channels?

Convert it to a readable format

Send it back to the victim

Delete it permanently

Encrypt it further

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can attackers misuse a session ID?

To impersonate the victim

To log out the victim

To encrypt the session data

To improve server response time

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a recommended countermeasure for protecting sensitive data?

Caching sensitive responses

Encrypting data in transit and at rest

Using weak encryption algorithms

Displaying detailed error messages

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