Security
This cyber security glossary explains the meaning of terms about different types of computer security threats as well as words about application security, access control, network intrusion detection, security awareness training and computer forensics.
Anti-virus, antimalware
Terms related to spyware, including definitions about malware and words and phrases about online advertising, adware and online privacy.
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messaging security
Messaging security is a subcategory of unified threat management (UTM) focused on securing and protecting an organization’s communication infrastructure.
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firewall
In computing, a firewall is software or firmware that protects the resources of a private network from users on other networks.
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spear phishing
Spear phishing is an email spoofing attack that targets a specific organization or individual, seeking unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Application security
Terms related to application security, including procedural definitions for preventing software vulnerabilities and words and phrases about secure code development.
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API security
API security is an overarching term referring to practices and products that prevent malicious attacks on, or misuse of, application program interfaces (API).
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software and data, from cyberattacks.
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dynamic application security testing (DAST)
A dynamic application security test (DAST) is a program used by developers to analyze a web application (web app), while in runtime, and identify any security vulnerabilities or weaknesses.
Authentication, access control
Terms related to authentication, including security definitions about passwords and words and phrases about proving identity.
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unique identifier (UID)
A unique identifier (UID) is a numeric or alphanumeric string that is associated with a single entity within a given system.
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continuous authentication
Continuous authentication is a method of verification aimed at providing identity confirmation and cybersecurity protection on an ongoing basis.
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time-based one-time password (TOTP)
A time-based one-time password (TOTP) is a temporary code, generated by an algorithm, for use in authenticating access to computer systems.
Malware
Terms related to malware, including definitions about viruses and Trojans and other words and phrases about malicious software.
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computer worm
A computer worm is a type of malicious software program whose primary function is to infect other computers while remaining active on infected systems.
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Trojan horse (computing)
In computing, a Trojan horse is a program downloaded and installed on a computer that appears harmless, but is, in fact, malicious.
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Pegasus malware
Pegasus malware is spyware that can hack any iOS or Android device and steal a variety of data from the infected device, including text messages, emails, key logs, audio and information from installed applications, such as Facebook or Instagram.
Network security
Terms related to network security, including definitions about intrusion prevention and words and phrases about VPNs and firewalls.
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computer worm
A computer worm is a type of malicious software program whose primary function is to infect other computers while remaining active on infected systems.
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Single Sign-On (SSO)
Single sign-on (SSO) is a session and user authentication service that permits a user to use one set of login credentials (e.g., name and password) to access multiple applications.
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Group Policy Object (GPO)
Microsoft’s Group Policy Object (GPO) is a collection of Group Policy settings that defines what a system will look like and how it will behave for a defined group of users.
Threat management
Terms related to security threats, including definitions about anti-virus programs or firewalls and words and phrases about malware, viruses, Trojans and other security attacks.
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computer worm
A computer worm is a type of malicious software program whose primary function is to infect other computers while remaining active on infected systems.
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Single Sign-On (SSO)
Single sign-on (SSO) is a session and user authentication service that permits a user to use one set of login credentials (e.g., name and password) to access multiple applications.
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Group Policy Object (GPO)
Microsoft’s Group Policy Object (GPO) is a collection of Group Policy settings that defines what a system will look like and how it will behave for a defined group of users.