Website Security

Glossary Terms for Website Security

Website Security: Protecting a website from unauthorized access, attacks, and data breaches.
Cybersecurity: The practice of protecting computer systems and networks from cyber threats.
Vulnerability: A weakness in a system that can be exploited.
Threat: A potential danger to a system or network.

Malware: Malicious software designed to harm a computer system.
Phishing: Attempts to deceive users into revealing sensitive information.
SQL Injection: A type of attack that exploits vulnerabilities in web applications.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Injecting malicious code into a website.
Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks: Overwhelming a system with traffic to make it unavailable.

Firewall: A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
Antivirus Software: Software that detects and removes malware.
Web Application Firewall (WAF): A security system that protects web applications from attacks.
Encryption: Converting data into a code to protect it from unauthorized access.
Strong Passwords: Using complex passwords to protect accounts.
Regular Updates: Keeping software and systems up-to-date with security patches.
Security Audits: Assessing a website's security vulnerabilities.
Data Backup: Creating copies of data to recover from losses.

Identity Theft: Stealing someone's personal information to assume their identity.
Data Breach: A security incident where sensitive data is accessed or stolen.
Data Privacy: Protecting personal information from unauthorized access.
Compliance: Adhering to regulations and standards related to data security.