SystemsSec 2016W Lecture 11

Sample Midterm Questions

What properties should a secure OS have? Why?
Why are production operating systems not constructed like ones designed for security first? Be specific
To what extent are security tools (for attack and defense) hard to use? Are these difficulties inherent to the technology or are other factors in play? Give examples from your personal experience.
Describe three threat models and explain what entities these threat models apply to.

Expect each question to be a small essay, that draws upon the information acquired through class, and through the readings to form a conclusion.
Expect 3-5 questions on the midterm.
This exam will be closed book. Email Anil if writing this midterm via computer is important to you.