Bash Computer Flaw: Is Your System Safe?

Bash Computer Flaw: Is Your System Safe?

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Business, Information Technology (IT), Architecture

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The video discusses the Shellshock bug, highlighting its widespread vulnerability affecting Linux-based systems, including Mac OS. It mentions warnings from the US Department of Homeland Security and the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. The video explains the scale of vulnerability, with thousands of systems at risk, and emphasizes the importance of applying patches. It also provides personal advice on managing vulnerabilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which systems are primarily affected by the Shellshock bug?

Windows-based systems

iOS systems

Linux-based systems

Android systems

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who issued a warning about the Shellshock bug's potential impact?

The European Union

The US Department of Homeland Security

The World Health Organization

The United Nations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated number of systems that might be vulnerable to the Shellshock bug according to a private security group?

1,000 systems

3,000 systems

10,000 systems

500 systems

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended action for system administrators to protect against the Shellshock bug?

Disconnect from the internet

Upgrade hardware components

Download and apply a patch

Install a new operating system

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous advice is given to Anna regarding her Snapchat account?

Delete her account

Change her password

Add more friends

Update her profile picture