Service provider
Service provider: A company or organization that offers a specific service to customers, often over a network. Services can range from internet access, cloud-based software applications, and data storage to digital security solutions. As part of their offerings, service providers are often responsible for the maintenance, security, and availability of the services they provide, with […]
Security awareness coordinator
Security awareness coordinator: A person responsible for overseeing and managing a security awareness program. They are responsible for developing and implementing security awareness campaigns, as well as providing ongoing support and education to employees. Examples of a security awareness coordinator include a human resources manager or a dedicated security team member.
Security domains
Security domains: A sphere within which security policies and rules govern access to information or resources. In a network or system, different security domains might exist, each with its own levels of trust and access controls, allowing users or processes to access specific data or resources based on their privileges. For example, a network might […]
Sensitive information
Sensitive information: Data that must be protected due to its confidentiality, integrity, or availability requirements. Examples can range from personal information such as social security numbers, financial data, and health records to proprietary business details like trade secrets or unpublished financial results. The unauthorized disclosure, alteration, or destruction of sensitive information can result in financial […]
Sensitivity label
Sensitivity label: A tag or identifier assigned to data that indicates its level of sensitivity and dictates how it should be handled, distributed, and stored. These labels, such as ‘confidential’, ‘public’, ‘internal’, or ‘top secret’, enable organizations to classify data based on its value or potential impact if compromised. Implementing sensitivity labels helps ensure the […]
Sensitivity
Sensitivity: The quality or measure of the potential impact that could result from unauthorized access, modification, or loss of data. It is often determined by legal, ethical, or business requirements and is used to guide decisions around the level of security controls that should be applied to protect specific types of data. Higher sensitivity information […]