Glossary Terms from Module 4-01 Flashcards
Antivirus software
A software program used to prevent, detect, and eliminate malware and viruses
Database
An organized collection of information or data
Data point
A specific piece of information
Intrusion detection system (IDS)
An application that monitors system activity and alerts on possible intrusions
Linux
An open-source operating system
Log
A record of events that occur within an organization’s systems
Network protocol analyzer (packet sniffer)
A tool designed to capture and analyze data traffic within a network
Order of volatility
A sequence outlining the order of data that must be preserved from first to last
Programming
A process that can be used to create a specific set of instructions for a computer to execute tasks
Protecting and preserving evidence
The process of properly working with fragile and volatile digital evidence
Security information and event management (SIEM)
An application that collects and analyzes log data to monitor critical activities in an organization
SQL (Structured Query Language)
A query language used to create, interact with, and request information from a database
