Cybersecurity glossary
Clear definitions of 810 security terms — and how they connect on the interactive map.
Centralized management refers to the ability to manage security policies and configurations from a central location. AppLocker policies are typically…
Certificate Authority Authorization (CAA)CAA records are DNS records that allow domain owners to specify which Certificate Authorities (CAs) are authorized to issue certificates for their do…
Cloud Backup SecuritySecuring backups stored in the cloud with encryption, access controls, and multi-factor authentication. Organizations need to ensure that their cloud…
Cloud Firewall LoggingThe logging of traffic and events associated with cloud-based firewalls. This includes considerations for data residency, access control, and integra…
Cloud Storage EncryptionCloud storage encryption involves encrypting log data before it is stored in a cloud environment. This protects the data from unauthorized access by…
Command and Control (C2)Command and Control (C2) refers to the infrastructure used by attackers to communicate with and control compromised endpoints. EDR systems monitor ne…
Container Orchestration SecurityContainer orchestration security focuses on securing the platforms used to manage and deploy containers, such as Kubernetes. This includes securing t…
Content Delivery Network (CDN)A CDN is a distributed network of servers that caches content closer to users. CDNs can help mitigate DoS attacks by absorbing traffic and distributi…