6.2. Secure Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the first phase of the Secure Development Life Cycle?

   Hint

   Think about how security needs are established.

2. 2.

   Name a tool that helps identify issues in code during development.

   Hint

   Consider tools that analyze source code.

3. 3.

   What is the initial phase of the SDLC focused on?

   • Design
   • Requirements Gathering
   • Testing

   Hint

   Remember which phase starts planning security needs.

4. 4.

   True or False: Security measures should only be applied during the Testing phase.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about where security can be applied in the SDLC.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with designing an application that handles sensitive health data. Outline the key considerations for each phase of the SDLC.

   Hint

   Think about the importance of data protection in each phase.

6. 6.

   A software application developed a year ago is compromised due to a known vulnerability that could have been patched. Discuss the implications of poor Maintenance in SDLC.

   Hint

   Reflect on the importance of staying current with security post-deployment.