Safeguard: A measure or procedure designed to protect against loss, damage, or unauthorized access to information or assets. It is used in security to prevent or mitigate risks to an organization’s assets or information. Examples of safeguards include implementing firewalls to protect against cyber-attacks or installing security cameras to deter theft.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D6: Legal - Risk and Compliance | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D5: Security Program Management and Oversight | SSCP D1: Security Concepts and Practices
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