Closed circuit television (CCTV) is a system where a camera is used to record images or footage which is then transmitted to a monitor or set of monitors. This type of system is often used for security purposes, as it allows for the constant monitoring of a particular area. What are the uses and applications … Read more
The security through minority principle is the idea that a security system can be made more secure by making it accessible to only a small number of people. The thinking behind this principle is that if only a few people have access to a system, it will be more difficult for an attacker to gain … Read more
Behavior-based security is a type of security that is based on the behavior of users. This type of security can be used to identify and prevent security threats. Behavior-based security uses a variety of techniques to identify and track the behavior of users. These techniques can include monitoring user activity, analyzing user behavior, and using … Read more
The term “business risk” is used to describe the potential for financial loss or other negative outcomes that could result from the actions of a business or individual. In the context of security administration, business risk is often used to refer to the possibility that a security breach could lead to the loss of sensitive … Read more
The Peltzman effect is a phenomenon in which individuals react to a perceived increase in safety by becoming more reckless, leading to a net increase in accidents. The effect is named after University of Chicago economist Sam Peltzman, who first proposed the idea in a 1975 paper. The Peltzman effect has been invoked to explain … Read more
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of security standards designed to protect sensitive credit card information. PCI DSS is managed by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), a consortium of major credit card companies. PCI DSS compliance is required for any organization that stores, processes, or … Read more
The UK Government Connect Secure Extranet (GCSX) is a secure network infrastructure that connects UK government departments and agencies with their approved suppliers. It provides a secure and reliable way for organisations to share sensitive information and collaborate on projects. GCSX is based on an IP VPN (Virtual Private Network) and uses a variety of … Read more
Digital footprint management (DFM) is the proactive and reactive process of monitoring, measuring, and regulating an individual’s or organization’s online activity and presence. The goal of DFM is to protect and enhance one’s reputation and privacy, and to minimize the digital footprint left behind by online activity. DFM involves monitoring and managing what is said … Read more
Cyberoam is a type of security software that helps protect against online threats such as viruses, spyware, and hackers. It does this by providing a secure gateway between the user’s computer and the Internet. Cyberoam also offers other features such as firewall protection, intrusion detection, and web filtering. What is cyberoam used for? Cyberoam is … Read more
Spim is a type of Instant Message (IM) spam that sends unsolicited messages to a user, typically for the purpose of advertising a product or service. Spim can be sent through any IM program, including popular ones like AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), Yahoo! Messenger, and MSN Messenger. IM spam is a growing problem because it … Read more
