Fundamentals of Secure Software - RASP (Runtime Application Self-Protection)

The video tutorial discusses Runtime Application Security Protection (RASP), a technology that enhances software security by monitoring inputs and blocking potential attacks in the runtime environment. RASP can take actions like terminating user sessions or alerting security personnel. It can be configured to block or monitor traffic, similar to DAS and IAST. However, RASP requires real-time attack detection and may accidentally block legitimate traffic. Ownership of protection rules can cause organizational confusion. Examples of RASP tools include Imperva and Wall Arm.

What is the primary function of Runtime Application Security Protection (RASP)?

• To enhance software performance

• To detect and block computer attacks

• To improve user interface design

• To manage software updates

Which of the following is a strength of RASP?

• It requires no configuration

• It can only monitor traffic, not block it

• It can block attacks as they occur

• It is incompatible with other security tools

RASP is often used in combination with which other security tools?

• DAS and IAST

• IDS and IPS

• Firewall and Antivirus

• VPN and Proxy

What is a potential weakness of RASP?

• It is only effective against known threats

• It can only be used in offline environments

• It may block legitimate traffic

• It requires no maintenance

Who should manage the rules that define what RASP blocks?

• A designated group within the organization

• An external consultant

• The software development team

• The end-users