Practice Privilege and Privilege Escalation - 4 | Module 3: Authentication, Authorization, and Privilege Management | Introductory Cyber Security
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a privilege in computing?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what a user can or cannot do within a system.

Question 2

Easy

What are two types of privilege escalation?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider if the access is at the same level or a higher level.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What defines the scope of a privilege?

  • Access to all system functions
  • Authorized capability to perform specific actions
  • Ability to write code

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what a user is allowed to do.

Question 2

True or False: Vertical privilege escalation involves gaining access to another user's account at the same level.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the meaning of vertical vs. horizontal escalation.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a policy to prevent privilege escalation attacks within an organization. Outline specific steps to identify and mitigate risks.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider a comprehensive approach that includes policies and technologies.

Question 2

Analyze a case where privilege escalation was exploited. Discuss the vulnerabilities that were involved and the measures taken post-exploitation to prevent recurrence.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for specific vulnerabilities and the responses to address security gaps.

Challenge and get performance evaluation