Cybersecurity Simulation

Test your security skills and learn how to protect systems from threats

Find Vulnerability

Stop Attack

Secure System

Stage 1: Find the Vulnerability

Scan the code below and identify the security vulnerability. Click on the vulnerable line when you find it.

function login(username, password) {
  const query = `SELECT * FROM users WHERE username='${username}' AND password='${password}'`;
  return db.query(query); // SQL Injection vulnerability!
}
function processPayment(amount) {
  if (amount < 0) {
    return 'Invalid amount';
  }
  return paymentGateway.charge(amount);
}

Stage 2: Stop the Attack

An active SQL injection attack is detected. Choose the best defense mechanism to stop it immediately.

Active Attack Detected

SQL Injection attempt detected: admin' OR '1'='1

Attack source: External IP | Severity: Critical

Block IP Address

Temporarily blocks the attacking IP

Use Parameterized Queries

Prevents SQL injection by using prepared statements

Increase Firewall Rules

Adds more firewall restrictions

Restart Server

Reboots the server to clear connections

Stage 3: Secure the System

Implement comprehensive security measures to prevent future attacks. Select all recommended security practices.

Input Validation & Sanitization

Validate and sanitize all user inputs before processing

Parameterized Database Queries

Use prepared statements to prevent SQL injection

Regular Security Audits

Conduct periodic security assessments and penetration testing

Access Control & Authentication

Implement strong authentication and role-based access control

Security Monitoring & Incident Response

Set up 24/7 monitoring and automated threat detection

🎉 Simulation Complete!

You've successfully secured the system. Here's how Cyber Somaliland can help protect your business:

Cybersecurity & Compliance

Risk assessments, threat modeling, pentesting & reference security architecture to protect your systems.

Custom Software Development

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Managed IT & Helpdesk

24/7 support, monitoring, patching, and incident response to keep your systems secure.

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