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AIG- Cybersecurity Job Simulation
- The job simulation involved working as a Cybersecurity Analyst at AIG to defend against cyber-attacks and vulnerabilities.
- Tasks included identifying vulnerabilities, communicating risks, and developing python scripts for recovery.
- Mitigation efforts focused on Log4j vulnerabilities and ransomware trends.
- Action was taken against the Apache 'Log4j' zero-day vulnerability by contacting affected teams.
- Research was conducted on the vulnerability, its impacts, and remediation strategies.
- An 'Infrastructure List' was used to identify affected systems and teams.
- An advisory email was drafted to notify the Product Development team of the seriousness of the Log4j vulnerability.
- The Log4Shell vulnerability could allow unauthorized remote code execution.
- Impacts included potential system compromise and unauthorized activity.
- Remediation steps included updating affected systems to the latest patch versions.
- Specific upgrade recommendations were provided based on Java versions.
- Simulation entailed drafting professional reports on vulnerabilities, impacts, and remediation strategies.
- The advisory email highlighted the critical nature of the Log4j vulnerability.
- Emphasis was placed on immediate identification and mitigation of affected systems.
- The simulation showcased real-world cybersecurity tasks and responses to critical vulnerabilities.
- It demonstrated the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures in defending against cyber threats.
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