The glossary

Cybersecurity Glossary

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Disruption

A disruption is an unplanned event that causes the general system or major application to be inoperable for an unacceptable length of time (e.g., minor or extended power outage, extended unavailable network, or equipment or facility damage or destruction).

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Database

A database is a systematic collection and organization of data by individuals or organizations so that it can be easily stored, retrieved, and edited for future use.

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Digital Certificate

A digital certificate is a piece of information that guarantees that the sender is verified, genuine and that he is the person who he claims to be. Otherwise known as public key information, digital certificates issued by certificate authority, helps exchange information over the internet in a safe and secure manner.

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Disaster Recovery Plan

A disaster recovery plan (DRP) or a business continuity plan (BCP) prescribes steps required to carry on the business as usual in the event of a disaster. Disaster recovery plans aim to bring business activities back to normalcy in the shortest possible time; such efforts require an in-depth study and analysis of business critical processes and their continuity needs. Business continuity plans also prescribe preventive measures to avoid disasters in the first place.

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Digital Evidence

Digital evidence is electronic information stored or transferred in digital form.

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Data Flow Control

Data flow control is another term for information flow control.

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Data Leakage

Data leakage is the accidental or intentional transfer and distribution of private and confidential information of an organization without its knowledge or the permission.

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Duplicate Digital Evidence

Duplicate digital evidence is a duplicate that is an accurate digital reproduction of all data objects contained on the original physical item and associated media.

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Data Custodian

A data custodian is an executive of an organization entrusted with the responsibilities of data administration, as such protecting and safeguarding data is the primary responsibility of a data custodian.

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Data Classification

Data classification is a data management process that involves categorizing and organizing data into different classes based on their forms, types, importance, sensitivity, and usage in an organization.