Practice Mandatory Access Control (mac) (11.3) - Database Security and Authorization
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Mandatory Access Control (MAC)

Practice - Mandatory Access Control (MAC)

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Question 1 Easy

What does MAC stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of access control that is not discretionary.

Question 2 Easy

Who enforces the policies in MAC systems?

💡 Hint: Consider who is responsible for ensuring that security measures are strictly followed.

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Question 1

What does MAC stand for?

Mandatory Access Control
Management Access Control
Moderate Access Control

💡 Hint: It's about a system where access is not left to discretion.

Question 2

Which model prevents unauthorized information flow downwards?

Biba Model
Bell-LaPadula Model
DAC

💡 Hint: Think about which aspect of data security each model addresses.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Assume a security breach occurs in a MAC-enforced environment. Discuss the implications and potential risks if the policies are poorly defined.

💡 Hint: Consider how policies guide behavior and control access.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of MAC in a commercial enterprise that requires adaptable data access based on changing project needs.

💡 Hint: Think about the balance between security needs and operational flexibility.

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