Chapter 1
Security Architecture
Course: Comptia Securityx Cas 005
Subject: Comptia Securityx Cas 005 Practice Exam
Chapter: Security Operations
1. Inherently Vulnerable Systems/Applications
Certain systems and applications are inherently vulnerable due to their architecture, processing methods, or reliance on outdated technologies. Understanding these weaknesses helps in identifying risks and implementing effective mitigations.
1.1 Client-Side vs. Server-Side Processing
- Client-Side Processing:
Processing is performed on the user’s device (e.g., browsers or apps). Vulnerabilities:
Easily tampered data (e.g., hidden form fields or JavaScript). Example: Modifying client-side validation to bypass input restrictions.
Mitigation:
Always validate input on the server-side. Use encryption to secure sensitive data.
- Processing is performed on the user’s device (e.g., browsers or apps).
- Vulnerabilities:
Easily tampered data (e.g., hidden form fields or JavaScript). Example: Modifying client-side validation to bypass input restrictions.
- Easily tampered data (e.g., hidden form fields or JavaScript).
- Example: Modifying client-side validation to bypass input restrictions.
- Mitigation: