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Comptia Security +: Domain4 Application Security

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






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






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






4. Protocols in this layer NNTP






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






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






7. OSI layer responsible for network processes to application






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






9. Categories of XSS






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






11. 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






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






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






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






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






16. Cause of open SMTP relays






17. Area of the memory where function calls are stored






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






19. 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






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






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






22. P2P stands for...






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






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






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






26. Security zone options offered by Internet Explorer






27. Two types of buffer overflows






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






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






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






31. Protocols used in this layer (ARP






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






33. COTS stands for






34. 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.






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






36. Number one safeguard against buffer overflow - XSS - data injection - and DoS attacks






37. Deleted when the user closes their web browser - can contain authentication-related information






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






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






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






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






42. Threats to defined security objects are identified using knowledge gained during application decomposition in this phase of threat modeling






43. OSI layer attributed with 75% of malicious attacks






44. OSI model layers






45. ARP stands for...






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






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






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






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






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