SIEM-Security Information and Event Management
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is an essential tool for businesses of all sizes, providing real-time visibility into the security posture of their IT infrastructure. The SIEM platform collects logs from various sources, such as firewalls, applications, and operating systems, to comprehensively view the organization’s security environment. It also provides automated threat detection capabilities that can detect malicious activity in real-time, allowing organizations to identify any potential threats before they quickly cause damage. A powerful analytics engine can also help customers proactively monitor their networks for suspicious activities while ensuring compliance with industry regulations such as HIPAA or PCI DSS.
Key terms in plain language
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Cybersecurity
The practices and controls used to protect identities, devices, networks, applications, and data from unauthorized access, disruption, or manipulation.
Zero Trust
A security model that does not automatically trust a user or device because of its location. Access is continuously verified and limited to what is necessary.
SASE
Secure Access Service Edge combines networking and security capabilities in a cloud-delivered architecture so users and locations can receive consistent policy wherever they connect.
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
The systems and policies that determine who a user is, what resources they may access, and how that access is authenticated and reviewed.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
A login control requiring more than one form of verification, such as a password plus an authenticator app, security key, or biometric factor.
MDR / XDR
Security services and tools that monitor activity, investigate suspicious behavior, and help contain threats. MDR is managed detection and response; XDR correlates signals across multiple security layers.