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Determining vulnerabilities
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Definition
Finding weaknesses before attackers do, using code review, SAST, DAST, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
Example: Run a vulnerability assessment before release.
Found in: syllabus, school notes.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y12 Secure Software Architecture.
Question types it can appear in
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
How to use it
A model sentence
“Finding weaknesses before attackers do, using code review, SAST, DAST, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.” Then apply it: Run a vulnerability assessment before release.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Determining vulnerabilities in Secure Software Architecture (Year 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Test and evaluate security and resilience
- Notes: Test and evaluate the security and resilience of software by determining… (Secure Software Architecture (Year 12))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Determining vulnerabilities
Check yourself
Explain “Determining vulnerabilities” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
Finding weaknesses before attackers do, using code review, SAST, DAST, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
Example: Run a vulnerability assessment before release.
Could be tested as: Short answer, Multiple choice, Extended response.