Application Security Hardening Quiz

What is the primary goal of application security hardware hardening?

• To improve aesthetic design

• To increase software installation speed

• To reduce vulnerabilities and protect the system

• To enhance user experience

What are service packs primarily designed to improve?

• Stability, security, and performance

• Data storage capacity

• User interface design

• Network speed

What is the purpose of security patches?

• To address security vulnerabilities

• To improve battery life

• To enhance graphics performance

• To add new features

What characterizes a hotfix?

• It is only applicable to hardware

• It is a major software update

• It is a small, urgent patch

• It requires a full system reboot

What is a cold fix?

• A fix that requires the system to be shut down

• A fix that is only for mobile applications

• A fix that can be applied while the system is running

• A fix that improves user interface

What is the main purpose of bug fixes?

• To introduce new features

• To correct software errors or flaws

• To enhance security protocols

• To improve hardware compatibility

Which of the following is NOT a type of update mentioned?

• Service packs

• Security patches

• Feature upgrades

• Hotfixes

What is the definition of a service pack?

• A hardware upgrade

• A complete software overhaul

• A single urgent patch

• A collection of updates and fixes

Why is it crucial to regularly apply security patches?

• To enhance visual design

• To increase software sales

• To protect systems from new threats

• To improve user satisfaction

What type of fix is typically released for urgent issues?

• Service pack

• Hotfix

• Bug fix

• Cold fix