Session Layer: The 5th layer of the OSI model is responsible for establishing, managing, and terminating connections between applications. Functions such as authentication, authorization, session restoration, and synchronization of data exchange are handled at this layer. By managing these session-based communications, the session layer enables coordinated data exchange between systems or applications.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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