Cybersecurity attacks are inevitable for modern businesses. Therefore, it is vital that businesses deploy countermeasures to mitigate the damage these attacks cause.
This quick glossary from TechRepublic Premium explains the terminology behind the most common cybersecurity countermeasures.
From the glossary:
CHECKSUM
Refers to a numerical value that is calculated based on the contents of the data with which it is associated. If the data is altered in any way after the checksum is calculated, users should assume the data is compromised. This security protocol is used to verify sensitive data as it is transmitted or disseminated. Checksum is often systematically used in databases.
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Andy Curtis is an award-winning security consultant, researcher and public speaker. He has been working in the computer security industry since the early 1990s, having been employed by state and federal government, leading healthcare and banking providers across three continents. He has given talks about computer security for some of the world’s largest companies, worked with law enforcement agencies on investigations into hacking groups, and is a regular voice on TV and radio explaining IT security threats.
