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Glossary of Cybersecurity Terms

Keeping up with the constant influx of new cybersecurity terminology can be difficult. However, Bolster is here to help. Our glossary provides clear definitions for the latest important terms used in the cybersecurity and information security industry that you should be familiar with.

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What is Brand Intelligence in Cybersecurity?

In the context of cybersecurity, brand intelligence involves monitoring, analyzing, and managing the security threats related to a brand’s digital presence and reputation. This specialized knowledge is crucial for protecting…

What is CEO Fraud?

CEO fraud is a cybercrime where attackers pose as a company executive or trusted vendor and request payments or information from employees. The goal of these bad actors is to…

What is Favicon Hash?

Favicons, the small icons that appear in browser tabs and within search engine results, serve as a visual marker for websites, aiding in brand recognition and user navigation. Beyond their…

What is Cloning in Cybersecurity?

Cloning in cybersecurity is a type of phishing where an attacker creates a cloned version of a legitimate email or website to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information. The aim…

What is Brand Abuse?

Brand abuse, which involves the unauthorized use of a company’s trademarks, logos, or online presence, poses a serious threat to business integrity and consumer trust. It takes on various forms,…

What is Bulletproof Hosting?

The rapid transition to digital platforms offers advantages, but it also creates new opportunities for cybercriminals, particularly those who use Bulletproof Hosting (BPH) to carry out their fraudulent activities. Bulletproof…

What are Smishing Attacks?

Smishing attacks (SMS phishing) involve sending fraudulent SMS (short message service) messages to individuals to gather sensitive information or install malware on their device. These messages often contain a link…

What is OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence)?

Imagine a world where the key to unlocking security secrets lies not behind closed doors, but right in front of us, hidden in plain sight. This is the essence of…

What Are Impersonation Attacks?

  According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report 2022, a common type of impersonation attack, Business Email Compromise (BEC) (or Email Account Compromise (EAC)) cost businesses a whopping $2.7…

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