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Comptia Security +: Domain4 Application Security

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






2. Area of the memory where dynamically allocated variables are stored






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






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






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






6. 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






7. OSI layer responsible for data representation and encryption (MIME






8. COTS stands for






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






10. Area of the memory where function calls are stored






11. Attack that occurs when a user navigates to a web site and hostile content is automatically downloaded and executed






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






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






14. Two types of buffer overflows






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






16. Tools used to capture packets of data off a network and allow viewing of contents






17. Sensitive information stored within a cookie that is obtained by unauthorized users






18. Phases of threat modeling






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






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






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






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






23. Type - length - format - range






24. OSI layer responsible for end-to-end connections and reliability (i.e. TCP






25. 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






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






27. Server misused to forward spam - DoS conditions - damage to brand - blacklist on spam sites are risks associated with






28. Attackers sniff network traffic and capture a cookie download or gain access to a computer and view locally stored cookie






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






30. IP address exposure - download of worm/viruses circumventing the firewall - no way to track improper communication - messages in clear text are risks associated with






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






32. Security zone options offered by Internet Explorer






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






34. OSI model layers






35. XSS stands for






36. Categories of XSS






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






38. Cause of open SMTP relays






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






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






41. 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






42. P2P stands for...






43. OSI layer attributed with 75% of malicious attacks






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






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






46. This layer formats and encrypts data to be sent across a network - providing freedom from compatibility problems - sometimes called the syntax layer






47. Used to record user's web activity - may be downloaded in the background






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






49. 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.






50. Three main cookie types