BTEC IT L3 U11 - Sources of info on Security Vulnerabilities

What is the primary purpose of the CVE database?

• To publish daily news on cybersecurity trends

• To offer a platform for selling cybersecurity tools

• To provide a social network for security professionals

• To provide a dictionary of known vulnerabilities and exposures

Which of the following is NOT a feature of SecurityFocus?

• SecurityFocus Mailing Lists

• Vulnerability Database

• BugTraq mailing list

• SecurityFocus Blog

What is the role of a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA)?

• To assign CVE IDs and write descriptions

• To sell cybersecurity products

• To provide training for security professionals

• To moderate online security forums

Which resource provides a feed with recent advisories for almost every product?

• SecurityFocus

• Reddit security news channel

• Google Alerts

• Facebook

What is the main focus of the SANS Internet Storm Center?

• To provide daily posts on threats

• To sell antivirus software

• To offer online security courses

• To publish government security policies

Which of the following is a key feature of the CVE system?

• It provides a standardized identifier for vulnerabilities

• It offers free cybersecurity certifications

• It sells cybersecurity insurance

• It is a social media platform for security experts

What is the purpose of the National Vulnerability Database (NVD)?

• To publish personal security blogs

• To offer a marketplace for security tools

• To host cybersecurity webinars

• To provide a comprehensive feed of CVE vulnerabilities

Which platform is known for its high volume, full disclosure mailing list?

• Google Alerts

• Twitter

• GitHub

• BugTraq

What is a common use of Google Alerts in cybersecurity?

• To download free security software

• To connect with other security professionals

• To publish security research papers

• To receive alerts when specific keywords are used on the Web

Which of the following is NOT a source for in-depth security threat intelligence?

• Online Security Blog from Google

• CERT-EU

• SANS Internet Storm Center

• Full Disclosure