Coupling
Coupling: In the context of software design, coupling refers to the degree to which one module or component depends on another. High coupling indicates that a change in one module may require changes in other modules, while low coupling allows for a more modular and independent design.
Covert Channel Analysis
Covert Channel Analysis: The process of examining systems to identify and mitigate covert channels. This process involves reviewing system design and operations to uncover unintended communication paths that could be exploited for unauthorized information transfer. It’s a crucial component of comprehensive security audits and assessments, particularly in high-security environments.
Covert Channel
Covert Channel: A communication channel that enables information transfer in a way that violates security policies, typically by using mechanisms that were not originally intended for communication. This can include using system properties or resources (like processor usage or file modification times) to covertly transmit information, enabling entities to communicate surreptitiously without detection.
Covert storage channel
Covert storage channel: A method of unauthorized data transfer that uses alterations in stored data, such as file sizes or timestamps, to encode and transmit information discreetly.
Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CD)
Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CD): A software development practice where changes to code, such as new features, bug fixes, and configuration changes, are built, tested, and prepared for release in an automated and efficient manner. This approach aims to make releases painless and low-risk events that can be performed at any time, on demand, ensuring the rapid […]
Continuous Full-Cycle Testing
Continuous Full-Cycle Testing: A testing practice that continually evaluates software throughout its development life cycle, from initial design to final release. This approach helps catch and address issues early, reduce the risk of software failures, and ensure that the final product meets quality and security standards.