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Which factor had the most occurrences in the contributed dataset?
Which factor had the most occurrences in the contributed dataset?
- Insertion of sensitive information into sent data
- Sensitive information exposure
- Cross-Site Request Forgery
- Broken access control (correct)
What is the average incidence rate of broken access control?
What is the average incidence rate of broken access control?
- 94%
- 5th position
- 3.81% (correct)
- 318k
Which Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) is related to the exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor?
Which Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) is related to the exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor?
- CWE-200 (correct)
- CWE-400
- CWE-352
- CWE-201
What is the purpose of access control?
What is the purpose of access control?
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Where is access control most effective?
Where is access control most effective?
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Study Notes
Factors in Contributed Dataset
- A specific factor had the highest number of occurrences, indicating its prevalence in the dataset.
Average Incidence Rate of Broken Access Control
- The average incidence rate of broken access control is a critical metric in cybersecurity, reflecting how frequently this vulnerability is exploited.
Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE)
- Exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors is associated with a particular CWE, highlighting security risks in systems.
Purpose of Access Control
- Access control is designed to restrict unauthorized access to data and systems, ensuring that only authorized users can interact with sensitive resources.
Effectiveness of Access Control
- Access control is most effective when implemented in environments that require stringent data protection measures, such as financial institutions and healthcare organizations.
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Test your knowledge on broken access control factors in application security with this quiz. Learn about common weaknesses and vulnerabilities, including exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors.
