Practice Security Testing Methods (6.5) - Secure Software Development - Cyber Security Basic

Practice: Security Testing Methods

Lesson 6.5Secure Software Development

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What does SAST stand for?
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It deals with source code analysis.
Question 2.
True or False: DAST tests applications without executing them.
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Think about when DAST is used.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of SAST?
- Testing source code at runtime
- Analyzing static code
- Monitoring application traffic
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Focus on the analysis stage of testing.
4Question 4.
True or False: DAST can only find vulnerabilities after an application is deployed.
- True
- False
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Think about the timing of when DAST is used.
Question 5.
A company implemented both SAST and DAST separately and found multiple security flaws. They later incorporated IAST. How might their results differ?
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Consider how combining both methods might reveal a comprehensive view.
Question 6.
You are tasked with presenting to management the importance of incorporating DAST into your current security testing regimen. What key points would you emphasize?
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Focus on the practical benefits and outcomes of DAST.

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