Practice - Privilege and Privilege Escalation
Practice Questions
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What is a privilege in computing?
💡 Hint: Think about what a user can or cannot do within a system.
What are two types of privilege escalation?
💡 Hint: Consider if the access is at the same level or a higher level.
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What defines the scope of a privilege?
💡 Hint: Think about what a user is allowed to do.
True or False: Vertical privilege escalation involves gaining access to another user's account at the same level.
💡 Hint: Focus on the meaning of vertical vs. horizontal escalation.
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Design a policy to prevent privilege escalation attacks within an organization. Outline specific steps to identify and mitigate risks.
💡 Hint: Consider a comprehensive approach that includes policies and technologies.
Analyze a case where privilege escalation was exploited. Discuss the vulnerabilities that were involved and the measures taken post-exploitation to prevent recurrence.
💡 Hint: Look for specific vulnerabilities and the responses to address security gaps.
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