Data Diddling: A fraudulent act involving the deliberate alteration of data before or during its entry into a computer system, typically for purposes like financial gain or malicious intent. This manipulation can cause incorrect results or outputs, making it a form of cybercrime. Organizations must implement security controls and auditing measures to protect against such threats.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D2: Cloud Data Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D3: Risk Identification Monitoring and Analysis
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