Practice Software/Application Attack Surface - 3.2 | Module 1: Introduction and Basic Terminology | Introductory Cyber Security
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the software/application attack surface?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what an attack surface is generally.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of vulnerability in web applications.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider ways attackers manipulate input fields.

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Interactive Quizzes

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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

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think broadly about where vulnerabilities exist.

Question 2

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

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how dependencies work.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider common attack vectors and best security practices.

Question 2

Evaluate the implications of using outdated third-party libraries in a web application.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

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider consequences on security and user trust.

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