Startup Security Handbook
Security Terminology
Understanding common security terminology is crucial for effective communication in the cybersecurity field. Here are some key terms:
- Vulnerability: A weakness in a system that can be exploited by threats.
- Exploit: A piece of software or technique used to take advantage of a vulnerability.
- Malware: Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a system.
- Phishing: A social engineering attack used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers.
- Encryption: The process of encoding information to protect it from unauthorized access.
- Firewall: A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
- Zero-day: A previously unknown vulnerability that hackers can exploit before a patch is available.
- DDoS: Distributed Denial of Service, an attack that attempts to make a service unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic from multiple sources.
Familiarizing yourself with these terms will help you better understand and discuss security concepts and threats.
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