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Information Security

Writer's picture: William SanfordWilliam Sanford

Updated: Dec 1, 2024




Information security is the practice of protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. 1  It involves a combination of 2  technological, procedural, and administrative measures to safeguard digital assets. To achieve this, organizations implement security measures such as network security, data security, and user security Key aspects of information security include:

  • Confidentiality: Ensuring that sensitive information is accessible only to authorized individuals.

  • Integrity: Protecting information from unauthorized modification or corruption.

  • Availability: Ensuring that information and systems are accessible when needed.

To achieve these objectives, organizations often implement security measures such as:

  • Network Security: Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption to protect network infrastructure.

  • Data Security: Data encryption, access controls, and data backup to protect sensitive data.

  • User Security: Strong password policies, user authentication, and awareness training to prevent unauthorized access.

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