A systematic evaluation of an organization's information systems to assess security risks and compliance with regulations.

An authorized simulated attack on a system to identify vulnerabilities and assess the security posture.

Manipulative techniques used to trick individuals into divulging confidential information or compromising security.

Adherence to laws, regulations, and guidelines relevant to information security and data protection.

The process of identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks to an organization's assets.

A systematic review of security weaknesses in an information system.

General Data Protection Regulation; an EU law on data protection and privacy.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act; U.S. legislation for protecting medical information.

A plan developed to address identified vulnerabilities and improve security posture.

The practice of intentionally probing systems for vulnerabilities with permission, to improve security.

A group that simulates real-world attacks to test an organization's defenses.

The defensive team responsible for protecting an organization's assets from attacks.

Methods used to take advantage of vulnerabilities in a system.

Actions taken after successfully exploiting a system to gather further information.

The process of involving all parties with an interest in the security audit outcomes.

The graphical representation of information and data to enhance understanding.

A concise document summarizing key findings and recommendations from an audit.

A controlled exercise designed to test an organization's susceptibility to phishing attacks.

A structured set of guidelines and best practices for achieving compliance.

An ongoing effort to enhance products, services, or processes based on feedback.

An in-depth analysis of a particular instance or example to draw insights.

A systematic approach used to conduct security audits.

A document detailing the results of an audit, including vulnerabilities and recommendations.

The identification, assessment, and prioritization of risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize them.

A formal set of rules and guidelines to protect an organization's information assets.

The overall security status of an organization, determined by its security policies, controls, and technologies.