WGU D487 PRE-ASSESSMENT:
SECURE SOFTWARE DESIGN (KEO1)
(PKEO) QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS 2024.
What is a study of real-world software security initiatives organized so companies can
measure their initiatives and understand how to evolve them over time?, - ANSWER-
Building Security In Maturity Model (BSIMM)
What is the analysis of computer software that is performed without executing
programs? - ANSWER-Static analysis
Which International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard is the benchmark
for information security today? - ANSWER-ISO/IEC 27001.
What is the analysis of computer software that is performed by executing programs on a
real or virtual processor in real time?, - ANSWER-Dynamic analysis
Which person is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing secure coding
practices and security testing methodologies? - ANSWER-Software security architect
A company is preparing to add a new feature to its flagship software product. The new
feature is similar to features that have been added in previous years, and the
requirements are well-documented. The project is expected to last three to four months,
at which time the new feature will be released to customers. Project team members will
focus solely on the new feature until the project ends. Which software development
methodology is being used? - ANSWER-Waterfall
A new product will require an administration section for a small number of users.
Normal users will be able to view limited customer information and should not see
admin functionality within the application. Which concept is being used? - ANSWER-
Principle of least privilege
The scrum team is attending their morning meeting, which is scheduled at the
beginning of the work day. Each team member reports what they accomplished
yesterday, what they plan to accomplish today, and if they have any impediments that
may cause them to miss their delivery deadline. Which scrum ceremony is the team
participating in? - ANSWER-Daily Scrum
, What is a list of information security vulnerabilities that aims to provide names for
publicly known problems? - ANSWER-Common computer vulnerabilities and exposures
(CVE)
Which secure coding best practice uses well-tested, publicly available algorithms to hide
product data from unauthorized access? - ANSWER-Cryptographic practices
Which secure coding best practice uses well-tested, publicly available algorithms to hide
product data from unauthorized access? - ANSWER-Cryptographic practices
Which secure coding best practice ensures servers, frameworks, and system components
are all running the latest approved versions? - ANSWER-System configuration
Which secure coding best practice says to use parameterized queries, encrypted
connection strings stored in separate configuration files, and strong passwords or multi-
factor authentication? - ANSWER-Database security
Which secure coding best practice says that all information passed to other systems
should be encrypted? - ANSWER-Communication security
eam members are being introduced during sprint zero in the project kickoff meeting.
The person being introduced is a member of the scrum team, responsible for writing
feature logic and attending sprint ceremonies. Which role is the team member playing? -
ANSWER-Software developer
A software security team member has created data flow diagrams, chosen the STRIDE
methodology to perform threat reviews, and created the security assessment for the new
product. Which category of secure software best practices did the team member
perform? - ANSWER-Architecture analysis
Team members are being introduced during sprint zero in the project kickoff meeting.
The person being introduced will be a facilitator, will try to remove roadblocks and
ensure the team is communicating freely, and will be responsible for facilitating all
scrum ceremonies. Which role is the team member playing? - ANSWER-Scrum master
The new product standards state that all traffic must be secure and encrypted. What is
the name for this secure coding practice? - ANSWER-Communication security
Which DREAD category is based on how easily a threat exploit can be repeated? -
ANSWER-Reproducibility
Which mitigation technique can be used to fight against a data tampering threat? -
ANSWER-Digital signatures
What is a countermeasure to the web application security frame (ASF) configuration
management threat category? - ANSWER-Compliance requirement
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Divinehub. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
