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Introduction to OWASP and Top 10 Vulnerabilities

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What does OWASP stand for?

Open Worldwide Application Security Project

The OWASP Top 10 is updated every year.

False

Since when has the OWASP Top 10 been published?

2003

Which of the following is NOT a common vulnerability listed in the OWASP Top 10?

Server synchronization errors Signup and view all the answers

What type of vulnerabilities does the OWASP Top 10 address?

Web application vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

Name one reason why security misconfigurations occur.

Improperly set or maintained security settings Signup and view all the answers

Injection occurs when malicious code is inserted into a vulnerable application.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of cryptographic failures?

Risk of data breaches Signup and view all the answers

Match the following vulnerabilities with their descriptions:

Broken access control = Unauthorized information disclosure or access Injection = Malicious code inserted into applications Insecure design = Applications are not resilient to attacks Security misconfiguration = Improperly set security settings Signup and view all the answers

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OWASP

OWASP stands for Open Web Application Security Project
The OWASP Top 10 has been published since 2003
OWASP Top 10 is updated annually
Common vulnerabilities listed in OWASP Top 10 include: Injection, Broken Authentication, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Insecure Direct Object References, Security Misconfigurations, Sensitive Data Exposure, Missing Function Level Access Control, Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities, and Unvalidated Redirects and Forwards.

Security Misconfigurations

Security misconfigurations occur due to a variety of reasons including: poor security practices, lack of awareness, or inadequate training.

Injection Vulnerabilities

Injection vulnerabilities allow malicious code to be inserted into a vulnerable application.

Cryptographic Failures

Cryptographic failures may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data.

OWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities

The OWASP Top 10 addresses common web application security vulnerabilities
The OWASP Top 10 is a widely-recognized resource for security professionals.

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This quiz explores the fundamentals of OWASP, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing software security. Dive into the OWASP Top 10 list, which highlights the most prevalent web application vulnerabilities and their implications for security practices. Test your knowledge on common vulnerabilities such as broken access control, cryptographic failures, and injection attacks.