Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): The practice of managing and provisioning IT infrastructure using code and automated processes. It is commonly used in cloud computing environments to ensure that infrastructure can be quickly and consistently deployed, managed, and updated. For example, an IaC system might use scripts and configuration files to automatically spin up new servers, […]
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode: A wireless networking mode where a wireless access point (AP) connects to a wired network and provides wireless access to devices. It is used in organizations to extend the reach of a wired network and provide wireless connectivity to devices. Examples – a wireless AP connected to a local area network, a wireless […]
Ingress Filter
Ingress Filter: A network security measure that filters incoming traffic to a network, allowing only authorized packets to enter. Ingress filtering helps protect against malicious traffic, such as denial of service (DoS) attacks or unauthorized access attempts.
Ingress
Ingress: The act of entering or approaching a network, system, or device. It is used in network security to refer to the incoming traffic to a network or system. Examples -an employee connecting to a company network, a user accessing a web server, and a hacker attempting to gain access to a database.
Initialization vector (IV)
Initialization vector (IV): A random value used in some encryption algorithms to ensure that the same plaintext input always produces a different ciphertext output. IVs are commonly used in block cipher algorithms to prevent patterns or repetitions in the encrypted data, which could make it more vulnerable to attack. An example of IV usage could […]
Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Information Security Management System (ISMS): A framework for managing and protecting an organization’s information assets. An ISMS typically includes policies, procedures, and controls for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. Examples of ISMS components could include access controls, encryption, and user awareness training.