Cybersecurity Glossary

Explore the comprehensive guide from A to Z on cybersecurity and the practice of digital risk protection.

Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)

A network protocol used to map an IP address to a physical MAC address on a local network. ARP spoofing is a common attack technique.

Adversary

An individual, group, or entity that attempts to exploit vulnerabilities in systems, networks, or applications for malicious purposes.

Anomaly Detection

A security technique that identifies unusual patterns or behaviors in network traffic or system activity that may indicate a security threat.