Encryption
Encrypting data in storage, transit and use.Authentication
Securely identifying people and digital entities.Authorization
Defining and implementing privileges for computing resources.Network Security
Securing networks with techniques such as a network perimeter.Sandboxing
Running untrusted software in a virtual environment where it can do no harm.Internal Controls
Internal controls such as the requirement that different people write code, review the code and launch it into production.Security by Design
Architecting and designing systems, applications and infrastructure to be secure.Secure Coding
A series of principles and practices for developing code that is free of security vulnerabilities.Secure Testing
Testing cycles designed to discover security vulnerabilities.Defense in Depth
The principle that each layer of security doesn't assume anything. For example, an application that doesn't assume that a firewall has prevented external access.Physical Security
Physical security such as a data center with access controls.Audit Trail
Logging that records interactions with systems, applications, databases and infrastructure such that malicious activity can be detected and reconstructed.Defensive Computing
Users who are aware of cybersecurity and are careful in their use of technology.Non-Repudiation
The ability to prove that a commercial transaction took place.Security Infrastructure
Foundational tools that offer security services such as a virus scanner or intrusion detection system.Monitoring
Monitoring systems, applications and infrastructure and promptly investigating suspicious activity.Vulnerability Management
Tracking known vulnerabilities to software and hardware and applying fixes in a timely manner.Response to Breaches
Defending your services, resources and data from an attack.| Overview: Cybersecurity | ||
Type | ||
Definition | The protection of computing resources from unauthorized access, use, modification, misdirection or disruption. | |
Also Known As | Cyber SecurityComputer SecurityInformation SecurityInfoSec | |
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