Cloud Security Flashcards

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Threat

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Any potential danger or risk to the security of computer systems or data, including malware, viruses, and hackers.

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Vulnerabilities:

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Weaknesses or flaws in a system’s design, implementation, or security measures that can be exploited to compromise its security.

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Encryption:

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The process of converting plain text into coded or encrypted text to secure information and prevent unauthorized access.
Encryption typically uses a key or password to encrypt and decrypt data.

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Two-factor authentication:

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A security process that requires users to provide two forms of identification to verify their identity.
Typically, this involves entering a password and then providing a second authentication factor, such as a fingerprint or a code sent to a mobile device.

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Single sign-on:

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A system that allows users to access multiple applications or systems with a single set of login credentials.
This reduces the need for users to remember multiple passwords and can improve security by enforcing stronger authentication measures.

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