Week 2

Question 1

Define Vulnerability

Answer 1

A weakness that an attacker uses to reduce the system’s information assurance

Question 2

Define Exploit

Answer 2

A technique used to take advantage of a vulnerability

Question 3

Define Payload

Answer 3

A custom code that the attacker wants the system to execute

Question 4

Acronym for kinds of Malware

Answer 4

A Random Spy Could Worm Vay To Root Backdoor

Question 5

What are the different kinds of malware?

Answer 5

1. Adware - Display unwanted ads
2. Ransomware - Block user’s data until ransom is paid
3. Spyware - Gather information about the user
4. Crimeware - Automate cybercrime
5. Worms - Jumps between computers without user intervention
6. Virus - Propagates by trigger from user
7. Trojan - Pretends to be helpful while hiding malicious intent
8. Rootkit - Obtain root privileges
9. Backdoor - Gives remote access to computer

Question 6

Define Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Answer 6

When there is more data in the memory buffer than the allowed capacity

Question 7

What are the consequences of Buffer Overflow

Answer 7

1. Bypass Authentication
2. Privilege Escalation
3. Execute Arbitrary Control
4. Hijack the program control