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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. 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






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






4. Three main cookie types






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






6. OSI layer attributed with 75% of malicious attacks






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






8. Security zone options offered by Internet Explorer






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






10. Can filter out most buffer overflow attacks






11. OSI layer responsible for network processes to application






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






13. Protocols used in this layer - IP






14. Type - length - format - range






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






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






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






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






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






20. 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






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






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






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






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






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






26. ARP stands for...






27. COTS stands for






28. OSI model layers






29. OSI layer that provides interhost communication (Named Pipes






30. Cause of open SMTP relays






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






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






33. Two types of buffer overflows






34. Protocols in this layer NNTP






35. Area of the memory where function calls are stored






36. Phases of threat modeling






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






44. 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






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






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






47. XSS stands for






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






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






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