Case studies – impactful exploitation incidents
In this section, we will examine notable case studies that illustrate the real-world impact of exploitation incidents. These case studies provide valuable insights into the methods used by attackers, the vulnerabilities exploited, and the lessons learned. By understanding these incidents, you can better appreciate the importance of robust security measures and proactive defense strategies, which can help prevent similar incidents in the future:
- Case study 1 – Heartbleed OpenSSL vulnerability (2014): The Heartbleed vulnerability was a critical flaw in the OpenSSL cryptographic library, allowing attackers to access sensitive data from affected servers. We will analyze its origins, impacts, and the lessons it imparted to the cybersecurity community.
- Case study 2 – The Capital One data breach (2019): This exposed sensitive customer information due to a misconfigured WAF. We will explore the execution of the...
