Glossary of Key Information Security Terms


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This glossary provides a central resource of definitions most commonly used in Nat. Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) information security publications and in the Committee for National Security Systems (CNSS) information assurance publications. Each entry in the glossary points to one or more source NIST publications, and/or CNSSI-4009, and/or supplemental sources where appropriate. This is a print on demand edition of an important, hard-to-find publication.




Computers at Risk


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Computers at Risk presents a comprehensive agenda for developing nationwide policies and practices for computer security. Specific recommendations are provided for industry and for government agencies engaged in computer security activities. The volume also outlines problems and opportunities in computer security research, recommends ways to improve the research infrastructure, and suggests topics for investigators. The book explores the diversity of the field, the need to engineer countermeasures based on speculation of what experts think computer attackers may do next, why the technology community has failed to respond to the need for enhanced security systems, how innovators could be encouraged to bring more options to the marketplace, and balancing the importance of security against the right of privacy.




Information Security


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Focuses mainly on communications and communication standards with emphasis also on risk analysis, ITSEC, EFT and EDI with numerous named viruses described. The dictionary contains extended essays on risk analysis, personal computing, key management, pin management and authentication.




The Cybersecurity to English Dictionary


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This book is designed to be a useful companion for anyone who wants to keep up on cybersecurity terms or confound others with their understanding. Finally, cybersecurity does not need to sound like a different language. A clear and concise dictionary of over 400 cybersecurity terms suitable for both the expert and layman.




The Information Security Dictionary


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Something for Everyone If this book is to succeed and help readers, its cardinal virtue must be to provide a simple reference text. It should be an essential addition to an information security library. As such it should also serve the purpose of being a quick refresher for terms the reader has not seen since the days when one attended a computing science program, information security course or workshop. As a reference work, THE INFORMATION SECURITY DICTIONARY provides a relatively complete and easy-to-read explanation of common se- rity, malware, vulnerability and infrastructure protection terms, without causing much damage to the usually slim student pocketbook. This dictionary can help non-specialistreaders better understand the infor- tion security issues encountered in their work or studying for their certification examination or whilst doing a practical assignment as part of a workshop. This book is also essential to a reference collection for an organization’s system personnel. Special attention is paid to terms which most often prevent educated readers from understanding journal articles and books in cryptology, computing science, and information systems, in addition to applied fields that build on those disciplines, such as system design, security auditing, vulnera- lity testing, and role-based access management. The dictionary provides defi- tions that enable readers to get through a difficult article or passage. We do not, for the most part, directly explain how to conduct research or how to implement the terms briefly described.




CYBERSECURITY DICTIONARY for Everyone


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"Cybersecurity Dictionary for Everyone: 1250 Terms Explained in Simple English" is your essential guide to navigating this complex landscape. It's designed to empower you with the knowledge you need to protect yourself, your business, and your data from the ever-evolving threat landscape. Within these pages, you will find: 1250 Essential Cybersecurity Terms: A comprehensive collection of the most critical terms you need to know. Crystal-Clear Definitions: Explanations in plain, simple English that anyone can understand, regardless of their technical background. Real-World Examples: Each definition is brought to life with real-world examples, illustrating how these concepts impact your everyday life and the headlines you read. Related Terms: Connections between concepts are highlighted, helping you better understand the cybersecurity landscape. Whether you're a concerned person, a business owner, or a cybersecurity professional, this dictionary will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate the digital world safely. It goes beyond simple definitions, providing clear explanations and real-world examples to help you understand how these terms apply to everyday life and recent events. I aim to empower everyone with the knowledge they need to protect themselves and their organizations from cyber threats. This dictionary is your guide to understanding cybersecurity terminology. Use it to stay informed about the latest threats, protect your personal information, and make informed decisions about your digital security. By making cybersecurity terminology accessible and understandable, we can all contribute to a safer and more secure digital future.







Glossary of Key Information Security Terms


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We have received numerous requests to provide a summary glossary for our publications and other relevant sources, and to make the glossary available to practitioners. As a result of these requests, this glossary of common security terms has been extracted from NIST Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), the Special Publication (SP) 800 series, NIST Interagency Reports (NISTIRs), and from the Committee for National Security Systems Instruction 4009 (CNSSI-4009). The glossary includes most of the terms in the NIST publications. It also contains nearly all of the terms and definitions from CNSSI-4009. The glossary provides a central resource of terms and definitions most commonly used in NIST information security publications and in CNSS information assurance publications. For a given term, we do not include all definitions in NIST documents - especially not from the older NIST publications. Since draft documents are not stable, we do not refer to terms/definitions in them.




Dictionary of Information Security


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The Dictionary of Information Security is a compilation of security terms and definitions that working security professionals and IT students will find helpful. IT professionals and IT students will find this a handy reference to help them identify terms used in practice, in journals and articles, and on websites. The dictionary has complete coverage of security terms and includes cutting-edge technologies and newer terminology only now becoming accepted use amongst security practitioners. Certification candidates for security specializations like CISSP and Security+ will also find this a valuable resource. * Your one stop shop coverage of malware, wireless technologies, and phishing *An easy to use tol featuring the ability to cross references makeing navigation easy * Includes special coverage of military and government terms for the latest hot topics




Glossary of Key Information Security Terms


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[Superseded by NISTIR 7298 Revision 2 (May 2013):http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=913810] This glossary of key information security terms has been extracted from NIST Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Special Pulication (SP) 800 series, NIST Interagency Report (NIST IR) series, and the Committee for National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 4009 (Information Assurance Gloassary). The terms included are not all inclusive of terms found in these publications, but are a subset ofthose most frequently used. The purpose of this glossary is to provide a central resource of definitions most commonly used in NIST and CNSS publications. Each entry in the glosarry points to one or more source NIST or CNSS publications, and in addition, other supplemental sources where appropriate. As we are continually refreshing out publication site, terms included in the glossary come from out more recent publications. [Supersedes NISTIR 7298 (April 2007): http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm? pub_id=150669]