Security ArchitectureQuestion 36 of 100
Which term describes an isolated environment where suspicious code can be executed and analyzed safely?
a.Honeypot
b.Bastion host
c.Air gap
d.Sandbox
Explanation
A sandbox is a contained, isolated environment for running untrusted code without risking the host or network. It is used to analyze malware behavior or test software safely. Escapes from the sandbox are a key security concern.
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