Credentialed Analysis
Credentialed Analysis: In cybersecurity, this refers to a scanning or analysis process where the security tools are provided with authorized access credentials to perform a more thorough examination of the system. By using credentials to log in, the tools can evaluate the system as an authenticated user, allowing for a deeper and more accurate assessment […]
Continuous auditing approach
Continuous auditing approach: A systematic and ongoing process of evaluating and monitoring an organization’s financial and operational activities. This approach allows for regular and frequent assessments of internal controls, processes, and risks. Examples of continuous auditing include real-time monitoring of financial transactions, regular audits of key business processes, and ongoing risk assessments.
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.
Configuration item (CI)
Configuration item (CI): A component of a system that is subject to configuration management. This could be a piece of hardware, a software module, a network configuration, or any other part of a system that requires monitoring and management for changes. CIs are individually identifiable and manageable, and their status is maintained and updated throughout […]
Configuration Management Database (CMDB)
Configuration Management Database (CMDB): A database that holds information about the components of an information system and the relationships between those components. Used in IT service management, a CMDB helps organizations understand the relationships between these components and track their configuration. It is a fundamental part of the ITIL framework for managing IT services.
Common Weakness Scoring System (CWSS)
Common Weakness Scoring System (CWSS): A framework for scoring the severity of software weaknesses listed in CWE based on various factors, including the potential impact of the weakness and the context of the software environment. It helps organizations prioritize software weaknesses to address the most significant risks first.