In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, software vulnerabilities and bugs are commonplace. Cybersecurity threats are continually advancing, and attackers are relentless in their efforts to exploit any weakness in software systems. Patch management plays a crucial role in mitigating these risks and keeping computer systems, applications, and networks secure. However, what is patch management exactly? … Read more
CISO vs CSO? They sound very similar, and yet they are different: the Information (Chief) Security Officer (CSO) and the (Chief) Information Security Officer (CISO). While the Information Security Officer is concerned with the security of data and information, the Security Officer is responsible for the overall security of the organization. Both the Information Security … Read more
Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement is an international agreement for mutual recognition of IT security certificates issued on the basis of the Common Criteria (CC). Signatory states recognize certificates of products and Protection Profiles issued by different national certification bodies. A distinction is made between Certificate Producer and Certificate Consumer among the participating states of the … Read more
Security Assurance Methodology is a framework developed by the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) to assure and evaluate the security of network products used in the mobile communications sector. An important partner in the development and implementation of the framework is the GSM Association (GSMA). SECAM provides general, testable security requirements and security properties for … Read more
Increasing digitization is raising the demands on IT security. However, incomplete digitization of processes in terms of security means that the ever-increasing threats directly impact information security and processes in companies. However, with solid security awareness combined with secure automated processes and solutions, companies can build their security from the inside. In this way, dangers … Read more
A network domain is an administratively delimited network area that can be used to logically map the organizational structures of a company. Security policies, user rights, and user roles are managed centrally via a domain controller. A user logs on to a domain via the domain controller. Domains have unique names and are structured hierarchically. … Read more
In today’s digital age, information security has become paramount for businesses and organizations worldwide. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information has become a top priority. This is where ISO 27002 comes into play. ISO 27002, also known as ISO/IEC 27002:2013, … Read more
In the computer environment, the user name enables logging into a protected area of a computer, a service, a website, or a program. As a rule, the user name is used in combination with a password to authenticate oneself against the protected area. A username serves as an essential identifier for individuals or entities accessing … Read more
BSI Standard 200-1, along with Standards 200-2 and 200-3, is an elementary component of the BSI’s IT-Grundschutz methodology. It defines the general requirements for information security management systems (ISMS – information security management systems) and is compatible with ISO standard 27001. The aim of the BSI standard is to make the business processes of companies … Read more
A DDoS attack attempts to cause the unavailability of Internet service through a deliberately induced overload. Usually, botnets consisting of a multitude of individual systems are used for the attack. The target of the attack can be servers or other network components. DDoS attacks have become increasingly common in today’s digital landscape, posing significant threats … Read more
In a penetration test, IT systems or networks are subjected to a comprehensive examination designed to determine their susceptibility to attack. A pentest uses methods and techniques that real attackers or hackers use. In today’s digital landscape, where cyber threats are on the rise, organizations need to be proactive in identifying vulnerabilities in their systems … Read more
Cyberwar is a warlike confrontation between states in virtual space, which is conducted by means of information technology. The aim of cyberwar is to damage countries, institutions, or society electronically and to disrupt important infrastructures. With the increasing reliance on digital technology and the interconnectedness of the world, cyberwarfare has become a growing concern for … Read more