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Which author wrote a book specifically focused on the practical approach to information security planning?
Which author wrote a book specifically focused on the practical approach to information security planning?
What year was 'Information Security Principles and Practice' published?
What year was 'Information Security Principles and Practice' published?
Which of the following is NOT one of the authors of 'An Introduction to Information Security'?
Which of the following is NOT one of the authors of 'An Introduction to Information Security'?
Which title was published most recently?
Which title was published most recently?
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Which topic does the book 'Information Security Principles and Practice' primarily cover?
Which topic does the book 'Information Security Principles and Practice' primarily cover?
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What is the primary goal of information security?
What is the primary goal of information security?
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Which of the following best describes integrity in information security?
Which of the following best describes integrity in information security?
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How does availability contribute to information security?
How does availability contribute to information security?
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Which feature of information security focuses on protecting data from interception and unauthorized viewing?
Which feature of information security focuses on protecting data from interception and unauthorized viewing?
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What is a key characteristic of information security related to unauthorized modifications?
What is a key characteristic of information security related to unauthorized modifications?
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Who is responsible for the management of information systems?
Who is responsible for the management of information systems?
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What is one of the main purposes of regulation under law number 5651?
What is one of the main purposes of regulation under law number 5651?
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Which statement best reflects the concept of information security mentioned?
Which statement best reflects the concept of information security mentioned?
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What does the term 'information owner' refer to?
What does the term 'information owner' refer to?
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Under what legislative act are the responsibilities of information users defined?
Under what legislative act are the responsibilities of information users defined?
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What does the attack surface of a software application refer to?
What does the attack surface of a software application refer to?
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Which component is NOT typically considered part of a software's attack surface?
Which component is NOT typically considered part of a software's attack surface?
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Why is it important to understand the attack surface of an application?
Why is it important to understand the attack surface of an application?
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Which of the following represents a way an attacker might access a system?
Which of the following represents a way an attacker might access a system?
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What is a primary focus when analyzing a software's attack surface?
What is a primary focus when analyzing a software's attack surface?
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What is the primary function of a vulnerability scanner?
What is the primary function of a vulnerability scanner?
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How does a vulnerability scanner operate?
How does a vulnerability scanner operate?
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What types of vulnerabilities can be prioritized by a vulnerability scanner?
What types of vulnerabilities can be prioritized by a vulnerability scanner?
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Which of the following statements is false about vulnerability scanners?
Which of the following statements is false about vulnerability scanners?
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What is a likely output of a vulnerability scanner after it completes a scan?
What is a likely output of a vulnerability scanner after it completes a scan?
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What type of attack aims to prevent access to critical systems or data?
What type of attack aims to prevent access to critical systems or data?
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Which tactic involves convincing someone using the principle of authority?
Which tactic involves convincing someone using the principle of authority?
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Which of the following best describes the tactic of dumpster diving?
Which of the following best describes the tactic of dumpster diving?
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What is a common purpose of social engineering attacks?
What is a common purpose of social engineering attacks?
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Which method relies on creating a false narrative to extract information?
Which method relies on creating a false narrative to extract information?
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Study Notes
Information Security and Cyber Security Introduction
- The course covers topics like Information System Security, Internet of Things (IoT) Security, Malicious Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities.
- Key security concepts include Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA).
- Practical examples of cyberattacks like internet banking fraud, website content modification, and denial-of-service attacks are discussed.
Course Topics
- Information System Security
- Internet of Things (IoT) and Security
- Malicious Attacks, Threats and Security Vulnerabilities
- Information Security Operations and Management
- Access Control
- Risk, Response, and Recovery
Resources
- Aldatma Sanatı (Kevin D. Mitnick)
- Hacking Interface (Hamza Elbahadır)
- Information Security Principles and Practice (Mark Stamp)
- Information Security Planning: A Practical Approach (Susan Lincke)
- An Introduction to Information Security (Michael Nieles, Kelley Dempsey, Victoria Van Pillitteri)
- Adli Bilişim: Dijital Delillerin Elde Edilmesi ve Analizi (Türkay Henkoğlu)
- Yazılım Güvenliği Saldırı ve Savunma (Bünyamin Demir)
- Ethical Hacking (Ömer Çıtak)
Key Concepts
- Integrity (ensures data accuracy and consistency)
- Availability (guarantees legitimate access to data and systems)
- Confidentiality (protects data from unauthorized access)
Fundamental Concepts
- Internet banking account compromise is a confidentiality violation
- Modifying a website's content is an integrity violation
- Blocking access to a website is an availability violation
Information Security Responsibilities
- Everyone (users) is responsible for information security.
- Information owners
- Information users
- Information system administrators
- Current legislation includes the relevant and important legal and regulatory requirements.
Suspicions of Information Security Violations
- System slowdown without user intervention can indicate a security breach
- Data loss or unauthorized changes suggest a security issue
- Malfunctioning security software can signal a breach
- Unusual web page behavior can indicate a problem
What is Information?
- Information is the source that eliminates uncertainty about a subject.
- Processed data is known as information.
- Information is a valuable asset like critical resources within an organization.
What is Security?
- Security involves availability, stability, access control, data integrity, and verification.
- Security is essentially risk management.
- A system is considered secure if it meets users' requirements and expectations.
Computer System Access Security
- Physical security of the computer environment
- Risk of theft for portable devices
- Unauthorized access attempts
- Network-based access to information
- Security precautions, such as password protection
- Anti-virus and firewall software
Password Security
- Strong passwords (difficult to guess) are crucial.
- Never share passwords.
- Change passwords regularly.
- Avoid writing down passwords.
- Anti-virus and firewall regularly updated.
Software Installation and Updates
- Operating system updates are essential for security.
- Regularly updating installed applications is necessary.
- Avoid installing software from untrusted sources.
- Do not visit suspicious websites.
Cyber Crimes and Motivations
- Cybercrime refers to illegal activities conducted through computer systems, networks and the internet
- Ransomware encrypts data and demands payment for its release
- DDoS attacks overwhelm systems with excessive traffic.
- SQL injection attacks exploit vulnerabilities to manipulate databases
- Cyber-spying for personal or state intelligence is a serious threat
Cyber-Espionage and Malicious Actors
- Cyber-espionage aims at acquiring sensitive information through unauthorized access to computer systems or networks.
- Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) are complex, sustained cyber-attacks usually orchestrated by state-sponsored groups or organized criminal entities.
- Supply-chain attacks exploit vulnerabilities in the supply chains of organizations to compromise the target. This often involves third party software or service providers.
Real-World Cyberattacks
- Historical notable cyberattacks (e.g., the 1988 Jerusalem virus, 1991 Michelangelo virus, 2010 Anonymous attack on financial institutions and WikiLeaks)
- Major cybercrime incidents (e.g., the theft of 2008, 2009, 2013, 2016, and later credit card information).
- Case studies on notable attacks, including those targeting specific organizations (e.g., Uber and others).
Network Attacks
- Packet-dropping attacks
- Packet delay attacks
- Network congestion attacks
- Connection-based protocol attacks
Network Message Content Attacks
- Packet modification attacks
- Packet injection attacks
- Man-in-the-Middle attacks
Protocol-Specific Attacks
- Specific exploit attacks targeting software or network protocol vulnerabilities (e.g., TCP sequence prediction attacks, ARP spoofing)
- Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks
DoS (Denial of Service) and DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) Attacks
- DoS attacks aim to flood and overwhelm a service or system with excessive traffic to render it unavailable
- DDoS attacks coordinate multiple devices to flood the target system
DoS Attack Mechanisms and Types
- SYN Flood (TCP connection attacks)
- Ping of Death (ICMP attacks that exceed the max packet size)
- HTTP Flood (HTTP attacks)
DDoS Attack Structure and Effects
- Botnets, networks of compromised devices (bots), are used to coordinate attacks
- Attackers command and control bots to launch attacks simultaneously
- Attacks disrupt services, damage reputations, and cause financial losses for victim organizations
DoS and DDoS Countermeasures
- Intrusion detection systems
- Load balancers
- Rate limiting
- DDoS protection services from service providers like Akamai, Cloudflare
Network Security Classifications
- Network Security
- Endpoint Security
- Data Security
- Application Security
- Identity and Access Management
- Security Management
- Virtualization and Cloud
Network Security Components
- Content Security
- Email Security
- Firewall/VPN
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
- Unified Threat Management (UTM)
- Network Access Control (NAC)
- Wireless
- Monitoring
- Forensics
- Managed Services
- Management
Endpoint/User Security
- Endpoint Defense
- Anti-Malware
- Host Firewall
- Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS)
- Application Whitelisting
- Disk Encryption
- Device Control
- Mobile Security
- Remote Access/VPN
Data Security
- Database Security
- Database Assessment
- Database Activity Monitoring
- Database Encryption
- Data Loss Prevention
- DLP Solutions (full suite)
- Network DLP
- Endpoint DLP
- Content Discovery
- DLP Features
Data Encryption
- File/Folder encryption
- Distributed encryption
- Key Management
- SAN/NAS
- Application Encryption
- Access Management
- Entitlement Management
- File Activity Monitoring
Application Security
- Web Application Firewalls
- Application Testing (dynamic, static)
- Secure Development
- Threat Modeling
- Development Processes
- Testing Methodologies
Identity and Access Management
- Directories
- Authentication
- Provisioning
- Web Access Management
Security Management
- Compliance (e.g., IT-GRC, PCI, SOX, HIPAA, NERC-CIP)
- Privacy
- Security Operations
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Log Management
System Management
- System Management
- Patch Management
- Configuration Management
- Vulnerability Management
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Penetration Testing
- Incident Response
Virtualization and Cloud
- Virtualization Security
- Virtual Machine Security
- Virtualization Infrastructure Security
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Security Services
- Cloud Hardening
- Cloud Risk Management
Information Security Failures
- Inadequate antivirus or firewall software
- Disregard for security policies
- Lack of understanding of computer systems
- Failure to take security precautions when using a computer
Information Security and Users
- Information security awareness is critical
- User errors are a significant cause of security breaches
- Attackers frequently exploit user vulnerabilities
- A single security vulnerability can affect the entire system
- Technical controls alone are not sufficient, user education is essential
Computer Networks
- OSI and TCP/IP models
- Network protocols: functions (data transmission, data generation, resource management)
Computer Network Attacks
- Basic attack types
- Attack applicability and complexity
- Attack types focusing on data transmission
- Methods of network-message content attacks
- Protocol-specific attacks focusing on weaknesses in protocols
Denial-of-Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attacks
- Goal of DoS/DDoS to overwhelm a service or system
- Common techniques: flooding, congestion
DoS Attack Mechanisms and Types
- SYN Flood
- Ping of Death
- HTTP Flood
DDoS Attack Structure and Effects
- Botnets are used to coordinate attacks
- Coordination allows for large-scale attacks
DoS/DDoS Countermeasures
- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Load Balancing
- Rate Limiting
- DDoS Protection services
Real-World Information Security Breaches
- Detailed examples of real-world information security breaches with potential effects on various organizations and industries.
- Focus on specific attacks and their repercussions, including financial and reputational losses.
Security Risks and Threats
- Risks are vulnerabilities that can potentially cause harm, and threats are the actions taken to exploit vulnerabilities.
- Security flaws and weaknesses, either intentional or unintentional, can negatively affect businesses and individuals.
- Risks and threats are assessed before a security plan is developed.
- Data loss, changes, and disruption can severely impact operations and users.
Types of Threats
- Disclosure: Unauthorized access to sensitive information
- Alteration: Unauthorized modification of data or system configuration
- Denial/Destruction: System or data disruption or deletion
IT Infrastructure Areas
- Local area network (LAN)
- Wide area network (WAN)
- Demilitarized zone (DMZ)
- Virtual local area networks (VLANs)
- Remote access
Information Security Policies and Procedures
- Policies and Procedures for Data Classification
- Policies and Procedures for Access Control
- Polices and Procedures for Data Security
- Policies and Procedures for System Security
- Policies and Procedures for Incident Response
Other Models of Access Control
- Bell-La Padula Model (security property)
- Brewer and Nash Model
Access Control Lists
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Content-Based Access Control
Restricted User Interfaces
Network Security Policies
Laws and Regulations on Data Security
- Examples of existing laws and regulations (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, etc.)
- Key points for organizations regarding complying with local and international regulations.
Information Security Policies
- Policies for handling data breaches, including incident response
Data Security
- Methods for ensuring security standards
Data Classification and Security Requirements
- Considerations for data classification, security, and access issues
Data Classification Criteria
- Value
- Sensitivity
- Criticality
Data Classification Objectives
Data Classification Examples
Data Classification Procedures and Security
Configuration Management and Security
- Network changes over time
- Ensuring security changes via a structured process
- Preventing accidental or malicious configurations changes
Patch/Updates and Service Package Management
- Ensuring systems are up to date via defined schedule
- Testing procedures for patches
- Tools for managing patches and their delivery.
Change Management and Configuration Control
- Establishing processes for changes in configurations
- Assessing the impact of changes on the system
Change Management and Security
- The importance of having a committee review and approve changes (e.g., Security Impact Assessment Committee)
- Processes for change control, including procedures, approvals, testing, implementation etc.
Application and Monitoring
- Testing procedures of applications
- Monitoring ensures systems operate correctly and warns of issues.
Issues and Solutions Related to Change Control
- Issues that are common during review process involving problems like oversight or failure to identify risks
- Solutions to problems for effective implementation
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Model stages involved in designing, developing and implementing application software
System Life Cycle (SLC)
- Defines the entire process for developing software, from initial planning through final deployment and maintenance
- Provides a framework for structured approaches
- Helps in better management and control over development projects
Relevant Testing and Certification Processes
- Importance of testing procedures used to identify system vulnerabilities and verify compliance with security standards
- Certification processes for software and systems
Secure Software Development Practices
- Security considerations during program design development
- Use of secure coding practices and development tools
- Implementing validation tests for security purposes
Software Development Models
- Waterfall and Agile
Waterfall Model
Agile Model
Discussion about Different Models
- Benefits and challenges for each model
- Factors to consider when choosing a model
Information Security Breaches
- Information security breaches and how to mitigate them
Access Control Policies
- Policies dealing with user access, permissions, and responsibilities.
Access Control Methods
- Methods for enforcing access control policies, including passwords, tokens, and biometric authentication.
Security Policies and Procedures
- Policies and procedures to ensure operational effectiveness and continuity
Data Storage, Media Disposal, and Compliance Requirements
- Local and international laws and regulations regarding data storage and disposal
- Guidelines for securely disposing of sensitive material
Remote Access
Distributed Access Control (DAC)
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Implementation aspects
Mandatory Access Control
- Principles behind this method and its role in controlling access
- Considerations and policies that are needed
- Advantages and disadvantages
Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Content-Based Access Control
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