Category: Glossary

What is Network Access Control? Network Access Control (NAC) is a security solution that helps organizations ensure that only authorized devices are allowed on their

What is Malware? Malware is a type of software that is designed to infiltrate or damage computer systems without the user’s knowledge. It can take

Extended detection and response (XDR) is a security approach that aims to provide a more comprehensive view of an organization’s security posture by integrating data

Network detection and response (NDR) is a security technology that analyzes network traffic in real-time to identify and respond to cyber threats. It typically involves

Endpoint detection and response (EDR) is a security analysis approach that focuses on detecting, analyzing, and responding to malicious activity on endpoints, such as laptops,

Dropper Overview A dropper (sometimes referred to as Stage 1 or erroneously as a “loader”) is a type of malware that is purposefully engineered to

A downloader (often referred to as a loader or Stage 1) is a form of malware that is designed to download content from a remote

What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a piece of malicious code that is designed primarily for the purposes of encrypting files on a compromised system. This

Overview of Backdoors A backdoor is a piece of malicious code that is designed to allow surreptitious access to a compromised system or systems. Backdoors

What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?  Analysts in a dark room that is only illuminated by the glow of monitors–that’s often the image that