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Internet security
Definitions for common terms and phrases related to security threats, vulnerabilities, and technology.
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web filter
Internet; Internet security
A type of product that examines inbound and outbound web traffic for spyware, malware, viruses, data loss, and Internet misuse. Filters can also block web access or content — usually based on ...
@m
Internet; Internet security
Part of the McAfee convention for naming viruses and Trojans. This suffix is attached to the end of virus names to indicate that the virus can transmit itself via email. The single “m” indicates ...
vulnerability assessment (VA)
Internet; Internet security
The process of analyzing the risk associated with vulnerability scan results.
trojan
Internet; Internet security
A malicious program that pretends to be a benign application. It does not replicate but causes damage or compromises the security of your computer. Typically, an individual emails a Trojan horse to ...
error reporting utility
Internet; Internet security
A utility that tracks and logs failures in the software on your computer system. You can use this information to help analyze problems.
firewall
Internet; Internet security
A set of programs installed on a gateway server. The programs are designed to protect the network’s resources from users on other networks. A firewall filters and routes incoming traffic and makes ...
