CompTIA Security+ > Identifying Vulnerabilities > Flashcards
What occurs when Identifying Vulnerabilities?
Systematic practice of recognizing and categorizing weaknesses in systems, networks, or applications that could be exploited
What occurs during Vulnerability Scanning?
Automated probing of systems, networks, and applications to discover potential vulnerabilities
What occurs in Application Security?
Protecting software from manipulation during its lifecycle
What does Static Analysis do?
Examines the source code without execution to identify vulnerabilities
What does Dynamic Analysis do?
Evaluates applications in real-time to detect vulnerabilities
What does Package Monitoring do?
Ensures the security and updates of libraries and components that applications depend on
What is Penetration Testing?
Simulates real-world attacks on systems to evaluate an organization’s security
What do System and Process Audits do?
Conduct comprehensive reviews of information systems, security policies, and procedures