Glossary of Cybersecurity and AI Terms

Glossary of Cybersecurity Terms

Keeping up with the constant influx of new cybersecurity terminology can be difficult. However, Bolster is here to help. Our glossary provides clear definitions for the latest important terms used in the cybersecurity and information security industry that you should be familiar with.

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Public Attack Surface

Existing vulnerabilities within a network that are exposed to the public.

Digital Risk

The security issues that arise when operating in the digital space.What is Digital RiskAdopting new technologies enables organizations to streamline their workflows and processes, save time, reduce errors, and augment…

DeFi Protocol

DeFi protocols are decentralized financial systems built on blockchain networks, enabling peer-to-peer financial transactions without intermediaries.What is a DeFi Protocol? DeFi (Decentralized Finance) protocols are sets of rules and smart…

Dark Web Protection: Essential Steps for Defending Your Organization

The dark web is a hidden part of the internet that is not indexed by search engines and is often associated with illegal activities. Bad actors may post data breaches,…

Dark Web Monitoring

Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and widespread in today’s digital age. One of the biggest challenges for IT security and risk management professionals is identifying potential risks before they…

External Attack Surface Management (EASM)

Taking measures to control and mitigate vulnerabilities arising from the use of networks and computing systems.

Executive Spoofing

Executive Spoofing: Understanding the Threat and How to Mitigate it Executive spoofing is a growing threat that poses significant risks to businesses. In this blog post, we’ll explore what executive…

Executive Impersonation

As cyber threats continue to evolve, executive impersonation is one of the newest concerns for IT security and risk management professionals. This occurs when attackers pose as high-level executives or…