Objective:
- Students will analyze common methods to identify vulnerabilities.
Standards:
CompTIA Security+ SYO-701 Objective:
4.3 – Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management
- Identification methods
- Vulnerability scan
- Application security
- Static analysis
- Dynamic analysis
- Package monitoring
- Threat feed
- Open-source intelligence (OSINT)
- Proprietary/third-party
- Information-sharing organization
- Dark web
- Penetration testing
- Responsible disclosure program
- Bug bounty program
- System/process audit
Guiding Question:
What are some common methods to identify vulnerabilities?
Resources:
- 4.3.1 – Identifying Vulnerabilities.pptx Presentation available on Google Classroom
Assignment:
- Read the 4.3.1 – Identifying Vulnerabilities.pptx presentation in today’s class.
- Complete the Case Study – Pen Testing Activity in class using the materials provided in Google Classroom.
Assigned: October 20th, 2025
Teacher Pacing Due Date: October 21st, 2025