Threat assessment
Threat assessment: A methodology that evaluates the relative severity of threats to an organization’s systems or data. It includes identifying potential threats, analyzing them in terms of their likelihood of occurrence and potential impact, and prioritizing them. This process enables organizations to focus their efforts and resources on the most significant threats.
Target of Evaluation (TOE)
Target of Evaluation (TOE): A set of software, firmware, and/or hardware components that are the subject of a security evaluation process. The TOE defines the boundaries of the product or system to be tested, including its security functions, interfaces, and implementation. By establishing a TOE, evaluators can systematically identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and verify the […]
Synchronous
Synchronous: The events that occur at the same time or in a predictable and consistent time sequence. In the context of data transmission, synchronous refers to the method where data is sent at regular intervals, often accompanied by a clock signal, to ensure both the sender and receiver are in synchronization. This consistent timing can […]
Technical controls
Technical controls: Security measures that are based on the use of technology, such as hardware, software, and networking components. They are used to protect against threats and vulnerabilities in a system or network. Examples include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption algorithms.
Synthetic transactions
Synthetic transactions: Scripted actions that simulate user interactions with a system or application. These scripts mimic end-user behavior, such as logging in, navigating through an application, or completing a transaction, to proactively monitor and measure system performance and availability. Synthetic transactions are used in testing environments to identify potential issues before they impact end users, […]
Technical infrastructure security
Technical infrastructure security: The protection of the underlying systems and services that support an organization’s IT environment. This includes ensuring the security of servers, networks, databases, and other technical assets from threats such as malware, unauthorized access, and data breaches. Key elements of technical infrastructure security include patch management, secure configuration, access control, network security, […]