Security

Cybersecurity

A plain-language guide to the terminology of cybersecurity.

Meaning

The people, processes and technical measures used to protect digital systems and the information they hold.

In practice

Multi-factor authentication, timely updates and tested recovery plans work together to reduce cyber risk.

Explore the framework

Read more in the relevant legal or policy document.

Strategy · 2022National Cybersecurity Strategy 2022 - 2027

This explanation is not a substitute for the statutory definition or the official document.

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