Objective 3.3 Protect Software. CYBERSEC-FIRST-RESPONDER Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of re-encoding uploaded files?

   • ATo encrypt the file for secure storage
   • BTo neutralize embedded malicious content
   • CTo change the file extension to a safer one
   • DTo reduce the file size for storage
   Reveal Solution Discussion Select an answer first
2. 2foundation · easy

   In a parameterized query, how is user input handled?

   • AIt is concatenated directly into the SQL string
   • BIt is passed as a parameter separate from the SQL statement
   • CIt is encoded in HTML before being sent to the database
   • DIt is stored in a session variable before query execution
   Reveal Solution Discussion Select an answer first
4. 3foundation · easy

   Why is it important to apply sanitization consistently across all user inputs?

   • ABecause sanitization is required by law in all countries
   • BBecause attackers will target any unsanitized input vector
   • CBecause sanitization improves application performance
   • DBecause sanitization makes the code easier to read
   Reveal Solution Discussion Select an answer first
5. 4foundation · easy

   Which activity is part of testing a software update before deployment?

   • ADeleting the previous version of the software
   • BDisabling all security controls during installation
   • CDeploying the update directly to all servers
   • DRunning the update in a sandbox or staging environment
   Reveal Solution Discussion Select an answer first
6. 5foundation · easy

   What is the main goal of assessing and testing software updates before deployment?

   • ATo make the update available to all users immediately
   • BTo ensure the update does not introduce new vulnerabilities or break existing functionality
   • CTo reduce the size of the update package
   • DTo speed up the deployment process by skipping quality checks
   Reveal Solution Discussion Select an answer first