Practice Example 3: Solarwinds Supply Chain Attack (late 2020) (4.3) - Introduction and Basic Terminology
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Example 3: SolarWinds Supply Chain Attack (Late 2020)

Practice - Example 3: SolarWinds Supply Chain Attack (Late 2020)

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Question 1 Easy

What was the primary method of attack used in the SolarWinds incident?

💡 Hint: Think about what aspect of software was exploited in the attack.

Question 2 Easy

Name one significant impact of the SolarWinds attack on organizations.

💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of a breach in cybersecurity.

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Question 1

What was the main vulnerability exploited in the SolarWinds attack?

Phishing emails
Malware in software updates
SQL injection

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of the updates that were compromised.

Question 2

True or False: The SolarWinds attack did not affect government organizations.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the types of organizations using the affected software.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how the SolarWinds attack could have been prevented through enhanced vendor risk management strategies.

💡 Hint: Consider what steps can be taken to enhance monitoring of third-party providers.

Challenge 2 Hard

Draft a communication plan for organizations to inform stakeholders about the implications of the SolarWinds attack.

💡 Hint: Think about transparency and clarity when addressing affected groups.

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