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BLOCKCHAIN#1

A decentralized digital ledger technology that securely records transactions across multiple computers.

IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS)#2

A network of physical devices connected to the internet, enabling data exchange and automation.

ENCRYPTION#3

The process of converting data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access.

AUTHENTICATION#4

The method of verifying the identity of a user or device before granting access.

DATA INTEGRITY#5

The assurance that data is accurate, consistent, and protected from unauthorized alteration.

COMPLIANCE#6

Adhering to laws, regulations, and standards governing data security and privacy.

PENETRATION TESTING#7

Simulated cyber attacks to identify vulnerabilities in a system before they can be exploited.

VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT#8

A systematic evaluation of security weaknesses in an application or network.

CONSENSUS MECHANISM#9

A protocol used in blockchain to achieve agreement on a single data value among distributed systems.

GDPR (GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION)#10

A regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy in the European Union.

SECURE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIFECYCLE#11

A process that integrates security at every phase of software development.

RISK ASSESSMENT#12

The process of identifying and analyzing potential issues that could negatively impact key business initiatives.

SMART CONTRACTS#13

Self-executing contracts with the terms directly written into code, running on blockchain.

SCALABILITY#14

The capability of a system to handle a growing amount of work or its potential to accommodate growth.

PRIVACY#15

The right of individuals to control how their personal information is collected and used.

APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE (API)#16

A set of rules that allows different software entities to communicate with each other.

SECURITY PROTOCOLS#17

Formalized rules and procedures to protect data and maintain system integrity.

DATA PRIVACY#18

The aspect of information technology that deals with the proper handling of sensitive data.

MALWARE#19

Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network.

THREAT MODELING#20

The process of identifying and evaluating potential threats to a system.

SECURITY ARCHITECTURE#21

The design framework that outlines how security controls are implemented within an IT environment.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS#22

Established norms or requirements in a particular industry to ensure quality and safety.

SECURITY INCIDENT RESPONSE#23

The approach taken to manage and mitigate security breaches or attacks.

CROSS-SITE SCRIPTING (XSS)#24

A security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users.

ZERO TRUST SECURITY#25

A security model that requires strict identity verification for every person and device trying to access resources.