The FREE Cybersecurity Glossary by Thor Pedersen!

Initialize: The process of setting a system or device to its default or initial state. It is used in computer programming and system administration to reset a system or device to its original configuration. Examples -resetting a computer's BIOS settings, formatting a hard drive, and restoring a database to its initial state.

Initiation: Initiation in change management refers to the first stage of the change process, where a need for change is identified, defined, and documented. Factors such as new business requirements, system updates, or security vulnerabilities might trigger this phase. The initiation phase includes detailing the rationale for the change, its potential impact, and proposed ways to manage the change. It is a crucial step in highlighting potential risks and in setting the course for a systematic, controlled change process that ensures the system's continued security.

Injection: A type of cyber attack where malicious code is inserted into a program or system to gain unauthorized access or control, often used to exploit vulnerabilities. Examples include SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and command injection.

Input control: The process of validating and verifying user input to prevent errors and unauthorized access. It is used in computer programming and system administration to ensure that only valid and authorized input is accepted by a system or application. Examples -password authentication, captcha verification, and permission checks.

Inputs and outputs: The inputs and outputs of a system or process refer to the data that is received and processed and the resulting output. It is used in computer programming and system design to define the inputs and outputs of a system or process. Examples -user input, system output, and error messages.

Input Validation: The process of checking and verifying user input to ensure it is in the correct format and meets the specified criteria. It is used in computer programming and system administration to prevent errors and unauthorized access. Examples -data type checking, range checking, and regex matching.