Cybersecurity Glossary
A comprehensive collection of terms and definitions in cybersecurity, privacy, and emerging technologies.
Zero Trust
A security framework that requires all users, whether in or outside the organization's network, to be authenticated, authorized, and continuously validated for security configuration and posture before being granted or keeping access to applications and data.
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A technology that creates a secure, encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the internet, allowing users to send and receive data as if their devices were directly connected to a private network.
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A part of the internet that is intentionally hidden and is inaccessible through standard web browsers, requiring specific software, configurations, or authorization to access.
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A type of computation that harnesses the phenomena of quantum mechanics to process information in ways that classical computers cannot, using quantum bits (qubits) instead of traditional binary bits.
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The simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and learn like humans, encompassing various technologies including machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision.
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The process of converting information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access, making it readable only to those who possess the correct decryption key.
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A type of social engineering attack where attackers impersonate legitimate organizations to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data.
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Malicious software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems, including viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, and spyware.
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A distributed ledger technology that maintains a continuously growing list of records (blocks) that are linked and secured using cryptography, creating an immutable and transparent record of transactions.
Learn MoreMulti-Factor Authentication (MFA)
A security method that requires users to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource, combining something they know, something they have, and/or something they are.
Learn MoreSocial Engineering
The use of psychological manipulation to trick people into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security, exploiting human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities.
Learn MorePenetration Testing
A simulated cyber attack against a computer system, network, or web application to check for exploitable vulnerabilities and assess the security posture of the target environment.
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