200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
A security analyst is assessing the risks to a company's data. The analyst identifies a vulnerability in the web application that could allow SQL injection. Which TWO terms correctly describe the elements of this risk scenario? (Choose two.)
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The SQL injection flaw in the application is a vulnerability.
The SQL injection flaw is a vulnerability (weakness). The potential for an attacker to exploit it is a threat. Risk is the likelihood and impact combined.
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The SQL injection flaw in the application is a threat.
Why it's wrong here
A threat is the potential danger that exploits a vulnerability.
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The combination of the vulnerability and threat is the exploit.
Why it's wrong here
An exploit is the actual attack, not the combination.
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The SQL injection flaw in the application is a vulnerability.
Why this is correct
A vulnerability is a weakness that can be exploited.
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The possibility of an attacker exploiting the SQL injection is a vulnerability.
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability is the weakness, not the possibility.
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The possibility of an attacker exploiting the SQL injection is a threat.
Why this is correct
The potential exploit is the threat.
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