Secure Sockets Layer. Established industry standard for encrypting the channel between a web browser and web server to ensure the privacy and reliability of data transmitted over this channel. There are different types of SSL, with the modern, strong, version being version 3.0 with 128-bit encryption. Another solution, called TLS (Transport Layer Security), is an
The automatic broadcast by a wireless network of its name (its 'SSID'). This makes it visible to other computers using wireless nearby.
Service Set Identifier. The 'public name' assigned to a wireless computer network.
A form of attack on database-driven applications and web-sites. An attacker executes unauthorized SQL commands by putting them in what was supposed to be a name or an address (or similar) so that an unprotected database system will get confused and execute the malicious instructions. SQL injection attacks are used to steal information from a
A technique used by an intruder to gain unauthorized access to computers. In this attack, the intruder sends deceptive messages to a computer, with the message using an IP address indicating that the message is coming from a trusted host.
SNMP is a set of tools for managing computer networks. "Community strings" are passwords that restrict access to these tools to approved people.
Using a machine to cut paper up into hundred of tiny pieces, so that an attacker cannot read it.
A shopping cart is a piece of software that acts as an online store's catalog and ordering process. Typically, a shopping cart is the interface between a merchant's Web site and its deeper infrastructure, allowing consumers to select merchandise; review what they have selected; make necessary modifications or additions; and purchase the merchandise.
Encryption keys used for wireless communications encryption (Wired Equivalent Privacy) that are used by more than one person.
Controls or security measures imposed on servers, rather than relying on attempted control at the user's end (where the software creator does not have proper control).