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






3. OSI layer that provides interhost communication (Named Pipes






4. Security zone options offered by Internet Explorer






5. Categories of XSS






6. XSS stands for






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






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






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






10. OSI layer attributed with 75% of malicious attacks






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






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






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






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






15. 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






16. 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.






17. OSI layer responsible for network processes to application






18. A scripting language - developed by Netscape to perform client-side web development






19. Area of the memory where function calls are stored






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






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






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






23. OSI model layers






24. 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






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






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






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






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






29. Two types of buffer overflows






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






37. P2P stands for...






38. Type - length - format - range






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






40. Cause of open SMTP relays






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






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






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






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






45. Protocols used in this layer - IP






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






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






48. 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






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






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