Spoofing
Spoofing: The act of impersonating another entity to gain unauthorized access to systems or trick users into revealing sensitive information. Common examples include email spoofing for phishing attacks and IP address spoofing to bypass network security measures.
Snooping
Snooping: An invasive activity where an unauthorized person observes or intercepts private communication in a network, often to gain access to confidential information. While similar to sniffing, snooping is more commonly used to refer to passive listening and is considered a security risk.
SPOOL (Simultaneous Peripheral Operations Online)
SPOOL (Simultaneous Peripheral Operations Online): A computing process where data is temporarily stored to be processed or output sequentially. Commonly associated with print spooling, it allows a computer to receive multiple print jobs at once, which are then queued and sent to the printer or another output device in the order they were received.
SOAR systems
SOAR systems: A security orchestration, automation, and response system that integrates different security tools and processes to automate and manage security operations. It is commonly used in cybersecurity to help organizations respond to and mitigate cyber threats. Examples include IBM Resilient, Demisto, and Swimlane.
Social engineering
Social engineering: The use of psychological manipulation and deception to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise the security of a network or system. It is commonly used by hackers to gain access to sensitive data or systems. Examples of social engineering include phishing scams, pretexting, and baiting.
Social networks
Social networks: Online platforms that enable users to connect with each other and share content, such as text, images, and videos. They are commonly used for socializing and networking, as well as for marketing and advertising. Examples of social networks include Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.