Practice Zero-Day Exploits - 2.2.6 | Common Types of Cyber Threats | Cyber Security Basic
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Question 1

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What is a zero-day exploit?

💡 Hint: What happens on the same day a vulnerability is identified?

Question 2

Easy

Why are zero-day exploits particularly dangerous?

💡 Hint: Consider the timeline between discovery and patch availability.

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Question 1

What is a zero-day exploit?

  • A vulnerability discovered before any attack
  • An attack occurring the same day a vulnerability is found
  • A software patch released the day it is needed

💡 Hint: Think of the timeline from discovery to attack.

Question 2

True or False: Zero-day exploits can only affect large organizations.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider who uses common software.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a scenario where a startup faces a zero-day exploit leading to data loss. Analyze the long-term effects on its growth trajectory and customer trust.

💡 Hint: Think about how consumers value trust and security.

Question 2

Discuss the ethical considerations for researchers who discover zero-day vulnerabilities. Should they disclose them publicly, or wait for a fix?

💡 Hint: Consider the repercussions of both actions.

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