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Comptia Security +: Domain4 Application Security

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1. Used by java to verify the code for a list of predetermined insecurities






2. A named collection of Web sites that can be assigned a specific security level






3. OSI layer responsible for path determination and logical addressing - routers operate at this layer






4. Area of the memory where function calls are stored






5. Protocols used in this layer (ARP






6. Phase of threat modeling that reviews application ingress and egress data flow and trust boundaries






7. OSI layer that provides the means to transfer data between network entities and detect/correct errors that may occur in the physical layer






8. The unauthorized modification of the data stored within a cookie






9. P2P stands for...






10. Allow an attacker to intercept and modifiy data sent between two network devices - hijacking of network communications - attacks data link layer






11. OSI layer that provides interhost communication (Named Pipes






12. OSI model layers






13. Three main cookie types






14. Protocols in this layer NNTP






15. XSS stands for






16. Used by java and javascript to isolate executing code in a reserved area of memory to limit damage of malicious code






17. Ensure data input is validated - encode user supplied data - don't click on unknown hyperlinks - implement restrictive web browser security zones are preventative measures against






18. Categories of XSS






19. Process to identify and assess a system's security risks






20. Small text files downloaded and stored on a user's computer that contain information about the user's session and preferences






21. Enforce application software restrictions - virus scan all files - restrict folders shared by other P2P clients are safeguards for






22. OSI layer attributed with 75% of malicious attacks






23. Have a timeout value - are not deleted when the user closes their web brower - used to store user preferences and information about the use connection






24. OSI layer that provides transparent transfer of data between end users






25. Attacks targeting buffer overflow and cross-site scripting attack this OSI layer






26. A microsoft created technology that enables software applications to share and reuse software components - maybe used to access files on local system or system registry






27. Can leave the sandbox and obtain access to client resources






28. Scripting languages - developed by Microsoft to allow developers to extend and reuse web functionality






29. ARP stands for...






30. OSI layer that relates to the physical connection of two devices (i.e. RS-232






31. A method of code signing - allows developers to obtain digital certificate generated by a certificate authority and digitally sign ActiveX controls






32. OSI layer defines the electrical / physical device specs (media - signal - and binary transmission). This includes the layout of pins - voltages - cable specifications - hubs - network adapters - host bus adapters and more.






33. Key functionality (how the application works) is identified and an application diagram developed in this phase of threat modeling






34. Enable the cookie secure-bit setting - avoid using cookies to hold sensitive data - block third-party cookies will prevent ______






35. Enticing a user to execute malicious code stored on a web server (i.e. via hyperlink in an email)






36. Cause of open SMTP relays






37. An attack that occurs when malicious code is injected into a web site - where it is downloaded and executed by other users






38. Type - length - format - range






39. COTS stands for






40. Each client is a peer and serves each other client on the network - requires client application and appropriate open network ports to operate






41. OSI layer responsible for network processes to application






42. Target for trojans and viruses - used to transfer stolen/pirated data - unintentional disclosure of data are risks associated with






43. OSI layer that establishes - manages and terminates the connections between the local and remote application






44. A programming language - developed by Sun - used to make small applications (applets) for the Internet and stand alone programs






45. Phases of threat modeling






46. The application is reviewed and specific vulnerabilities are documented in this phase of threat modeling






47. Security objectives placed on an application are identified - controlling the scope of the threat modeling process






48. OSI layer 2 - verify the connection between two devices is intact (i.e. physical addressing)






49. Two types of buffer overflows






50. Malicious code stored in a web application that is downloaded and executed without the user's knowledge






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