The FREE Cybersecurity Glossary by Thor Pedersen!

Interception: The act of capturing or diverting data or communication without the knowledge or consent of the sender or receiver. It is used in surveillance, network security, and cybercrime investigations. Examples include wiretapping, packet sniffing, and phishing attacks.

Interface: The point of interaction between different systems, devices, or software applications. Interfaces allow for communication and data exchange, providing a way for users to interact with computers and systems to perform various tasks.

Interface Control Document (ICD): A document that specifies the rules, protocols, and procedures for the communication between two systems, devices, or components. It is used in software development, project management, and system integration. Examples of interface control documents include a communication protocol specification, a system integration plan, and a data exchange agreement.

Interface testing: A process that verifies the functionality, reliability, and efficiency of the interfaces in a software application. This type of testing is crucial in ensuring smooth interaction between different components of a system, such as user interfaces, APIs, databases, servers, and network interfaces. It focuses on detecting issues such as incorrect data transfers, communication gaps, and unhandled error conditions that can occur while interacting with a system's multiple interconnected parts.

Intermediate code: Intermediate code, also known as intermediate language or bytecode, is a low-level, abstract code that a compiler generates from source code as an intermediary step before machine code. It allows for optimization and can be executed by a virtual machine, aiding in cross-platform compatibility. For example, Java compilers convert source code into Java bytecode, which the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) can execute on any platform.

Internal Audit - Chartering: Chartering for an internal audit is a formal document that outlines the purpose, authority, and responsibility of the audit function within an organization. This charter acts as a guideline for internal auditors to conduct reviews on the organization's processes, controls, and risk management practices. By adhering to this charter, auditors can help organizations ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of their operational and control systems and maintain regulatory compliance.