Practice Integer Overflow - 1.2 | Module 4: Application Security | Introductory Cyber Security
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is integer overflow?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens when you add two large numbers in a computer.

Question 2

Easy

Can you give an example of a potential consequence of integer overflow?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider anything that could 'break' a software application.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary consequence of integer overflow?

  • Access Control Bypass
  • Data Corruption
  • Both of the above

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the implications of vulnerabilities overall.

Question 2

True or False: Integer overflow can only happen with signed integers.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider integer types more broadly!

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Suppose you have an application that processes user data and relies on integer calculations. Describe how an attacker might exploit integer overflow to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how integer types directly control memory allocation.

Question 2

Design a code function that includes integer overflow prevention checks. What techniques will you implement?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on coding practices that reinforce security.

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