Cyber security is essential for protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks that aim to access or destroy sensitive information. It encompasses various domains and concepts, including threats, vulnerabilities, and risks, and has significant implications for privacy, financial security, and national security. Real-world examples illustrate the critical nature of cyber security in today's technology-driven environment.
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What we have learnt
- Cyber Security involves protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.
- Key concepts include threats, vulnerabilities, and risks.
- Cyber Security covers multiple domains each focusing on different aspects of security.
- Real-world cyber attacks demonstrate the urgent need for effective security measures.
Key Concepts
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Term: Threat
Definition: A potential cause of an unwanted incident, which may result in harm to a system or organization.
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Term: Vulnerability
Definition: A weakness in a system that can be exploited by a threat.
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Term: Risk
Definition: The combination of a threat exploiting a vulnerability and the resulting impact.
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Term: Network Security
Definition: Protecting the integrity and usability of network infrastructure.
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Term: Application Security
Definition: Ensuring software applications are secure against threats.
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Term: Information Security
Definition: Protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
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Term: Cloud Security
Definition: Securing data, applications, and services hosted in the cloud.
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Term: IoT Security
Definition: Securing interconnected devices and sensors used in the Internet of Things.
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Term: Operational Security
Definition: Managing processes and decisions for handling and protecting data.