Hardware Vulnerabilities 2.3

Question 1

Internet of Things (IoT)

Answer 1

• A wide range of devices that connect directly via the internet to create distributed sensor and processing systems to achieve a specific function.
• Can be a potential security risk.

Question 2

Firmware

Answer 2

• Another form of software stored in hardware to be present when the system boots up.
• Still subject to bugs, vulnerabilities, patch requirements, updates, etc.

Question 3

End of Life (EOL)

Answer 3

• When the manufacturer quits selling the item.
• When a hardware or device enters EOL phase it must be upgraded or replaced.

Question 4

End of Service Life (ESOL)

Answer 4

• Manufacturer stops selling a product.
• Supports is no longer available for the product.
• No ongoing security patches or updates.
• May have a premium

Question 5

EOL vs ESOL

Answer 5

• ESOL is more of as significant concern as the vendor is no longer providing patches or support to the software.

Question 6

Legacy Platforms

Answer 6

• Systems that are no longer being marketed or supported.

Question 8

Addressing Legacy Platforms Vulnerabilities

Answer 8

• Must be measured and weighed against the cost of change.
• May require additional security protections such as firewall rules,