Part A
Benchmark - Host Hardening
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Protecting the host through the process of hardening is a key skill.
1. Develop a plan for hardening for the Windows VM that you created in the last assignment.
2. Include at least seven host hardening techniques as discussed in the textbook's chapter. Identify the type of control that you are implementing.
3. Implement the plan.
4. As you go, take instructional notes and screenshots that will help to reproduce your process. Refer to the "Report Template," located within the course materials.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Benchmark Information
This assignment benchmarks the following programmatic competency:
BS Computer Programming
1.4: Minimize systems risks, threats, and
vulnarabilites
using best practices of secure programming.
PART B
Client-Side Attacks
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Anti-malware is the first line of defense. It is extremely important to perform regular scans and interpret the results.
1. Using GCU Virtualization Solutions, create a Microsoft Windows based Virtual Machine (VM.)
2. Install a popular anti-malware package on the virtual machine.
3. Perform a full scan of your Windows VM.
4. Disable the Windows Firewall.
5. Leave the virtual machine connected to the Internet for 24 hours or more.
6. Perform a second full scan. Document the differences.
7. As you go, take instructional notes and screenshots that will help to reproduce your process. Refer to the "Report Template," located within the course materials.
8. Sub-activity: If your scans do not detect any vulnerabilities or malware on the VM, then review your chosen anti-malware website for known/current vulnerabilities.
In 250-500 words, describe the basic secure design fundamentals that will create a trusted computing platform.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.