Information Rights Management (IRM)
Information Rights Management (IRM) Information Rights Management (IRM) is a subset of digital rights management (DRM) designed to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access and use within an organization. IRM provides granular control over who can view, edit, share, or print specific documents, ensuring that only authorized individuals can perform these actions. By embedding access […]
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a framework of policies, technologies, and processes that ensures the right individuals have appropriate access to an organization’s resources. IAM systems manage digital identities and govern access permissions for users, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access specific data, applications, and systems. This includes […]
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) An intrusion prevention system (IPS) is a network security device or software that monitors network and system activities for malicious actions and policy violations. Its primary function is to identify, block, and report potential security threats in real time. An IPS actively analyzes traffic flows, compares them against a database of […]
Intellectual Property (IP)
Intellectual Property (IP) Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. Protecting intellectual property involves safeguarding these creations from unauthorized use, access, or theft. This protection is vital for maintaining competitive advantage and ensuring that creators reap the benefits […]
Integrity
Integrity Integrity, or data integrity, refers to maintaining the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data over its entire lifecycle. It ensures that data is not altered, deleted, or corrupted in an unauthorized manner, whether through intentional or accidental actions. Measures to ensure data integrity include access controls, encryption, and audit logs, which help protect data […]
ISO 27001
ISO 27001 ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for managing information security. It provides guidelines for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). The standard outlines a risk management process involving risk assessment and treatment, aiming to protect information confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It also includes controls related to […]
Insider Threat
Insider Threat An insider threat refers to a risk posed to an organization’s security, data, or systems by individuals who have access to its internal network. This can include current or former employees, contractors, business partners, or anyone with authorized access. Insider threats may be deliberate, such as malicious actions by disgruntled workers, or accidental, stemming from […]