Private IP Addresses
Private IP Addresses: IP addresses that are not publicly routable and are used within a private network. It is used in local area networks (LANs) and virtual private networks (VPNs) to identify and communicate with devices within the network. Examples include the IP address ranges reserved for private use, such as 10.0.0.0/8, 172.16.0.0/12, and 192.168.0.0/16.
Protection Profile
Protection Profile: A Protection Profile is a document used in the Common Criteria certification process that defines a standard set of security requirements for a specific category of products or systems. It provides a benchmark against which products can be evaluated to ensure they meet a certain level of security performance. Examples include protection profiles […]
Private Key
Private Key: A cryptographic key used in asymmetric cryptography that is kept secret and is essential for decrypting data encrypted with a corresponding public key. Private keys are integral to secure communications and authentication protocols like SSL/TLS and SSH.
Protection ring
Protection ring: A security mechanism that divides a system into different levels of security, with each level providing different levels of access to system resources. This is commonly used in operating systems to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data and system resources. Examples include the rings in the Intel x86 architecture and the Kernel Mode […]
Private messaging (PM)
Private messaging (PM): Private messaging, often abbreviated as PM, is a feature that allows users to send messages to one another in a non-public manner on various digital platforms. It is used to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of the conversation between the participants. Examples include direct messages on social media platforms like Instagram, private […]
Privilege escalation
Privilege escalation: The act of exploiting a vulnerability or misconfiguration to gain access to privileges and permissions beyond the intended level of access. It is used in the context of security vulnerabilities and threats to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data and systems. Examples include exploiting weak passwords, privilege mismanagement, and insecure default configurations.