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Which of the following is a primary focus of the Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM)?
Which of the following is a primary focus of the Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM)?
- Outlining a complete methodology for security assessment. (correct)
- Developing secure web applications and services.
- Executing penetration tests under a comprehensive standard.
- Providing a detailed knowledge base of attacker tactics and techniques.
Why should penetration testers supplement the OSSTMM with more current standards and methodologies?
Why should penetration testers supplement the OSSTMM with more current standards and methodologies?
- OSSTMM primarily focuses on web application security.
- OSSTMM does not include a complete methodology for security assessment.
- OSSTMM lacks guidance on compliance and regulatory issues.
- OSSTMM may not reflect the latest threats and technology advancements. (correct)
Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES)?
Which organization is responsible for developing and maintaining the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES)?
- A collaborative community effort (correct)
- ISECOM
- The OWASP Foundation
- MITRE
What is the primary goal of the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES)?
What is the primary goal of the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES)?
Which of the following best describes the focus of the OWASP Web Security Testing Guide (WSTG)?
Which of the following best describes the focus of the OWASP Web Security Testing Guide (WSTG)?
In which phase of the Web Security Testing Framework, as outlined in the OWASP WSTG, would you primarily focus on identifying potential vulnerabilities in a web application?
In which phase of the Web Security Testing Framework, as outlined in the OWASP WSTG, would you primarily focus on identifying potential vulnerabilities in a web application?
MITRE ATT&CK is primarily used to:
MITRE ATT&CK is primarily used to:
How can penetration testers leverage the MITRE ATT&CK framework to improve the effectiveness of their tests?
How can penetration testers leverage the MITRE ATT&CK framework to improve the effectiveness of their tests?
In the MITRE ATT&CK framework, what does a 'Tactic' represent?
In the MITRE ATT&CK framework, what does a 'Tactic' represent?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between 'Techniques' and 'Tactics' within the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between 'Techniques' and 'Tactics' within the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Why is it important for organizations to stay updated with the latest versions and information within the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Why is it important for organizations to stay updated with the latest versions and information within the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Among the following options, which is NOT typically considered a primary benefit of following a recognized pentesting methodology?
Among the following options, which is NOT typically considered a primary benefit of following a recognized pentesting methodology?
How does using a well-known penetration testing methodology benefit the customer receiving the pentest?
How does using a well-known penetration testing methodology benefit the customer receiving the pentest?
A penetration tester discovers a vulnerability during an assessment that is not covered by the specific pentesting methodology they are following. What should they do?
A penetration tester discovers a vulnerability during an assessment that is not covered by the specific pentesting methodology they are following. What should they do?
Which scenario demonstrates the most effective application of multiple pentesting methodologies?
Which scenario demonstrates the most effective application of multiple pentesting methodologies?
Flashcards
OSSTMM
OSSTMM
A comprehensive guide to security assessment, covering various aspects of security testing.
PTES
PTES
A guide to conducting penetration tests, detailing processes and methodologies for effective testing.
OWASP WSTG
OWASP WSTG
A guide focused on testing the security of web applications and web services.
MITRE ATT&CK
MITRE ATT&CK
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Why use Pentesting Methodologies?
Why use Pentesting Methodologies?
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OSSTMM Developer
OSSTMM Developer
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Primary purpose of OSSTMM
Primary purpose of OSSTMM
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Four phases of OSSTMM
Four phases of OSSTMM
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Purpose of PTES
Purpose of PTES
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Main sections of PTES
Main sections of PTES
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Purpose of OWASP WSTG
Purpose of OWASP WSTG
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OWASP Web Security Testing Framework Phases
OWASP Web Security Testing Framework Phases
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What is MITRE ATT&CK?
What is MITRE ATT&CK?
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Why MITRE developed ATT&CK
Why MITRE developed ATT&CK
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ATT&CK Technology Domains
ATT&CK Technology Domains
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Study Notes
- This lab compares various pentesting methodologies and researches popular ones to validate planned methods for a customer's penetration test.
OSSTMM (Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual)
- OSSTMM includes a complete methodology for security assessment.
- OSSTMM is a good starting point for planning security tests and audits, use in combination with more up-to-date standards and methodologies.
- The organization develops the OSSTMM, but their specific activities aren't mentioned.
- The OSSTMM publication states primary and secondary purposes without specifics, focus attention to the document.
- Following OSSTM guidelines correctly assures six outcomes without stating specifics so focus on the documentation.
- Applying the OSSTM when combining the 4 Point Process and Trifecta involves ten steps, specifics were not mentioned.
PTES (Penetration Testing Execution Standard)
- PTES is a comprehensive guide to the process of conducting penetration tests.
- PTES comprises seven main sections, specifics are not mentioned.
- The stated purpose of the PTES wasn't specified.
- A document specifies tools and techniques to be used, though which one is not mentioned.
OWASP WSTG (OWASP Web Security Testing Guide)
- The OWASP WSTG is a guide for testing the security of web applications and web services, not a general penetration testing guide.
- It focuses on developing, deploying, and maintaining secure web applications.
- The five phases of the Web Security Testing Framework are not specified.
- The stated purpose of the OWASP WSTG is not clear.
- The OWASP Web Testing Framework defines twelve categories of active tests, but specifics were not mentioned.
MITRE ATT&CK
- MITRE ATT&CK is a detailed knowledge base of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) gathered from real attacks.
- Penetration testers can use it for ideas and guidance about how to exploit vulnerabilities.
- MITRE developed ATT&CK for non stated reasoning.
- ATT&CK has six common use cases, specifics were not mentioned.
- The three ATT&CK Technology Domains are without specified reasons.
- The matrix represents tactics as column headers with techniques as entries.
- Information pages on techniques include sub-techniques, procedures, mitigations, detection methods, and references.
- Three sub-techniques for the Reconnaissance tactic of gathering victim identity information are not defined.
- The Lazarus Group conducted a campaign to gather email addresses for later attacks, with undefined specifics.
Reflection
- There are additional pentesting methodologies in common use, beyond the four researched.
- Following a recognized pentesting methodology is important for unspecified reasons.
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