Cybersecurity - Security Architecture and Design
Why might network segmentation fail to prevent lateral movement by attackers inside a network?
Why might network segmentation fail to prevent lateral movement by attackers inside a network?
hard🧠 Conceptual Q10 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand lateral movement and segmentation
Lateral movement is when attackers move inside a network; segmentation limits this by isolating segments.Step 2: Identify why segmentation might fail
If segmentation rules are weak or misconfigured, attackers can bypass restrictions and move laterally.Final Answer:
If segmentation policies are poorly configured or too permissive -> Option DQuick Check:
Segmentation fails if policies are weak [OK]
Quick Trick: Strong policies needed; weak rules let attackers move [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Thinking segmentation blocks all traffic automatically
- Assuming segmentation replaces antivirus
- Believing segmentation merges devices
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