Agent: A software program that performs a specific task on behalf of a user or another program. It is commonly used in distributed computing systems, where multiple agents communicate and coordinate to accomplish a larger goal. For example, an agent on a network may monitor traffic and alert a security administrator of any potential threats.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D5: Cloud Security Operations | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D3: Security Architecture and Engineering | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D1: Security Concepts and Practices
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