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Application Security Testing

Ensuring the security of software applications.

Application Security Testing involves assessing the security of software applications, from design to deployment. This includes evaluating the application's architecture, source code, and dependencies to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses that could be exploited by an attacker.

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Application Security Testing (AST) is a critical component of cybersecurity that focuses on identifying and addressing vulnerabilities in software applications before malicious actors can exploit them. As a Penetration Tester, I perform several types of AST to ensure robust application security. T…

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Question 1

What is the main difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test?

A vulnerability assessment and a penetration test are the same thing. A penetration test involves testing hardware, while a vulnerability assessment involves testing software. A vulnerability assessment involves testing hardware, while a penetration test involves testing software. A vulnerability assessment identifies vulnerabilities, while a penetration test attempts to exploit them. A penetration test identifies vulnerabilities, while a vulnerability assessment attempts to exploit them. A vulnerability assessment and a penetration test are both designed to demonstrate that an application is completely secure.

Correct Answer: A vulnerability assessment identifies vulnerabilities, while a penetration test attempts to exploit them.

A vulnerability assessment identifies vulnerabilities in an application or network, while a penetration test attempts to exploit those vulnerabilities to determine the impact of a cyberattack. Both are important components of an effective security program.

Question 2

Which of the following is a common authentication method used in web applications?

Multi-factor authentication JSON Web Tokens (JWT) Username and password OAuth2 Kerberos Biometric authentication

Correct Answer: Username and password

Username and password authentication is the most common method used in web applications. OAuth2, JWT, Kerberos, biometric authentication, and multi-factor authentication are also used but are less common.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a common network protocol used in web application communication?

UDP HTTP SMTP HTTPS FTP TCP

Correct Answer: FTP

FTP is not a common network protocol used in web application communication. HTTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP, and SMTP are all commonly used protocols.

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