Fundamentals of Secure Software - Identification and Authentication Failures

The video discusses various authentication and identification failures, focusing on weak passwords, inadequate multi-factor authentication (MFA), and poor password recovery processes. It highlights the risks of exposing session information, reusing session identifiers, and automated attacks like credential stuffing and brute force. Social engineering and phishing are identified as significant threats, with emphasis on the importance of secure account recovery processes. The video concludes with recommendations for improving security measures to prevent unauthorized access.

What is a potential risk of not using multi-factor authentication?

• Increased password complexity

• Easier password recovery

• Higher risk of unauthorized access

• Reduced need for encryption

Which attack involves trying all possible password combinations?

• Phishing

• Social engineering

• Credential stuffing

• Brute force attack

How can username enumeration be identified?

• By monitoring password reset requests

• By observing email phishing attempts

• By analyzing login failure messages

• By checking for reused session IDs

What is a common issue with security questions in account recovery?

• They are often easily found online

• They are too complex to remember

• They are sent through secure channels

• They require multi-factor authentication

Why is it important to change a password after recovery?

• To prevent future phishing attacks

• To confirm the password is still valid

• To ensure it is stored in plain text

• To enhance security by using a new password