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Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary
Assurance is the confidence level that security controls are designed and operating effectively to protect information assets.
Assurance Definition: Assurance is the confidence level that security controls are designed and operating effectively to protect information assets.
Assurance in cybersecurity refers to the confidence level in the security measures and controls implemented to protect data and systems. It involves verifying the effectiveness of security mechanisms and ensuring that they operate as intended to mitigate risks and meet security goals. Assurance activities include security audits, penetration testing, code reviews, and compliance assessments to validate the reliability and trustworthiness of security measures.
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