Practice Software/application Attack Surface (3.2) - Introduction and Basic Terminology
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Software/Application Attack Surface

Practice - Software/Application Attack Surface

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Question 1 Easy

What is the software/application attack surface?

💡 Hint: Think about what an attack surface is generally.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of vulnerability in web applications.

💡 Hint: Consider ways attackers manipulate input fields.

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Question 1

What best defines the software/application attack surface?

A set of functionalities in an application
All potential vulnerabilities that can be exploited
The physical components of a system

💡 Hint: Think broadly about where vulnerabilities exist.

Question 2

True or False: Third-party libraries cannot affect a custom application's security.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how dependencies work.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are a security consultant tasked with assessing the vulnerabilities of a newly developed online banking application. Identify three significant components of the software/application attack surface that may pose risks and propose mitigation strategies for each.

💡 Hint: Consider common attack vectors and best security practices.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the implications of using outdated third-party libraries in a web application. How can this affect the overall security posture of the application?

💡 Hint: Consider consequences on security and user trust.

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