BPA Computer Security (320)

CIA Triad

Confidentiality, integrity, and availability

Confidentiality

Ensuring that only authorized users have access to information

Integrity

Ensuring that information is authentic, available, and reliable

Availability

Ensuring that users can access information when it’s needed

Types of Cybersecurity

Network, Application, Information/Data, Cloud, Endpoint, Operational, IoT

Network Security

Secures connections between networks from malware and cyberattacks via firewalls, VPNS, intrusion detection, and monitoring tools

Application Security

Secures software and mobile apps by staying up-to-date with coding standards, frequently updating, checking for possible vulnerabilities, and running security patches.

Information/Data Security

Secures sensitive data

Cloud Security

Protects virtual information

Endpoint Security

Protects users’ devices

Operational Security

Secures data by looping employees into safety policies, assessing risks, and managing incidents

IoT Security

Secures the web between smart devices