Ethical Hacker Cert.

C.I.A.A.N

Acronym representing Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, Authenticity, Non-repudiation in information security.

Confidentiality

Ensures information is only accessible to authorized users.

Integrity

Ensures data is trustworthy and accurate, preventing unauthorized changes.

Availability

Ensures systems are accessible to authorized users when needed.

Authenticity

Ensures data is genuine and confirms user identity.

Non-repudiation

Guarantees sender cannot deny sending a message, and recipient cannot deny receiving it.

Passive Attacks

Intercept and monitor network traffic without altering data.

Active Attacks

Modify data in transit or disrupt communication to breach secured systems.

Close-in Attacks

Performed when attacker is physically close to the target system.

Insider Attacks

Carried out by trusted individuals with access to critical assets.

Distribution Attacks

Tampering with hardware or software before installation.

Information Warfare

Involves strategies like Command and Control Warfare, Electronic Warfare, and Cyber Warfare.

Defensive Information Warfare

Defending against attacks on ICT assets.

Offensive Information Warfare

Attacking the ICT assets of an opponent.

Footprinting

Gathering information about a target organization before launching an attack.