Homework 5. 1. What are some risks, threats, and vulnerabilities commonly found in the workstation domain that must
be mitigated through a layered security strategy?
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2. File-sharing utilities and client-to-client communication applications can provide the capability to share
files with other users (for instance, peer-to-peer networking or sharing). What risks and/or vulnerabilities
are introduced with these applications?
3. Explain how confidentiality can be achieved in the workstation domain with security controls and
security countermeasures.
4. Explain how data integrity can be achieved in the workstation domain with security controls and security
countermeasures.
5. Explain how availability can be achieved in the workstation domain with security controls and security
countermeasures.
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6. Although users of desktop applications might not create mission-critical data, all of their data represents
a resource that, if lost, can result in a permanent loss of information or productivity. Explain what
countermeasures and best practices should be implemented to avoid this potential disaster.
7. What is the purpose of the Microsoft® Windows Security Configuration and Analysis Snap-In? Explain.
8. How would you go about updating the Windows Security Options File? Explain how this option can help
mitigate risk in the workstation domain.
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9. What does the Microsoft® Windows executable GPResult.exe do and what general information does it
provide? Explain how this application helps mitigate the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities commonly
found in the workstation domain.
10. What is the risk involved in caching logon credentials on a Microsoft® Windows system?
11. What is the current URL for the location of the DISA Military STIGs on Microsoft® Windows 7 Operating
Systems?
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12. Within the Windows 7, Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), what are the 3 Vulnerability
Severity Code Definitions defined?
13. DumpSec is a tool used by system administrators performing information assurance on a Microsoft®
Windows 7 workstation. What is the purpose of this tool?
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14. From the Windows 7, Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), where can Windows 7 – File &
Registry Settings be reviewed and audited on a Windows 7 workstation?
15. As per DoD and information assurance procedures, who must be notified if any exceptions to DoD STIGs
standards for workstation configurations are to be implemented?
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