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NIST Password Storage Guidelines

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What is the main reason for implementing strong database security?

To prevent weak passwords

To prevent buffer overflow attacks

To prevent SQL injection attacks

To prevent unauthorized access to stored passwords (correct)

What is the main concern of Slavik Markovich regarding database configuration?

Frequency of buffer overflow attacks

Lack of security in database setup (correct)

Insufficient hashing of user passwords

Weak passwords used by administrators

What is the primary purpose of hashing users' passwords?

To protect administrators' credentials

To secure databases from common attacks

To prevent password database breaches

To protect users' passwords in case of a breach (correct)

According to NIST guidelines, who should have access to password storage databases?

Only essential personnel Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method used by attackers to gain access to systems?

Exploiting insecure database setup Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Patreon's databases in 2015?

They were breached and user passwords were stolen Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to secure administrators' authentication credentials?

To prevent unauthorized access to databases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of hashing users' passwords?

It protects users' passwords in case of a breach Signup and view all the answers

What is a common weakness in database configuration?

Initial setup of the database Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to follow NIST guidelines for password storage?

To protect users' passwords in case of a breach Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of securing password storage databases?