Application Security Practice Exam
Application Security Practice Exam
About Application Security Exam
The Application Security Exam is designed to assess an individual's understanding of securing software applications throughout the development lifecycle. It covers critical topics such as threat modeling, secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and compliance with data protection standards. Candidates are tested on identifying and mitigating security flaws in web, mobile, and enterprise applications, as well as integrating security controls into DevSecOps workflows. This exam is essential for developers, security analysts, and IT professionals seeking to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of applications in today’s evolving cyber threat landscape.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- Application developers responsible for building secure software
- Security analysts and engineers working in DevSecOps environments
- QA professionals involved in security testing of applications
- IT auditors and compliance specialists assessing application security
- Cybersecurity professionals aiming to specialize in application security
Skills Required
- Understanding of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and countermeasures
- Knowledge of secure SDLC practices
- Experience with static and dynamic application security testing tools (SAST/DAST)
- Familiarity with authentication, authorization, and encryption techniques
- Ability to integrate security controls in CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge Gained
- Ability to identify and remediate common application vulnerabilities
- Skills to apply secure coding principles in real-world applications
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS) and their impact on application security
- Capability to perform threat modeling and risk assessments
- Expertise in configuring security tools for automated testing and monitoring
Course Outline
The Application Security Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 – Fundamentals of Application Security
- Introduction to application security and its importance
- Overview of application threat landscape
- Security goals: CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
Domain 2 – Threat Modeling and Risk Management
- Identifying threats and vulnerabilities using STRIDE/DREAD models
- Prioritizing and mitigating application risks
- Designing secure architectures
Domain 3 – Secure Development Practices
- Secure coding standards and guidelines
- Input validation, error handling, and session management
- Code review and static code analysis
Domain 4 – Security Testing and Tools
- Dynamic and static application security testing (DAST/SAST)
- Using automated tools like OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and SonarQube
- Penetration testing for applications
Domain 5 – Compliance and Security Integration
- Understanding legal and regulatory requirements
- Implementing security in Agile and DevOps workflows
- Monitoring, logging, and incident response planning
