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Policy Enforcement Point is a component within a network security system that enforces the security policies defined by the organization, typically by blocking or allowing access to specific resources based on these policies.
Policy Enforcement Point Definition: Policy Enforcement Point is a component within a network security system that enforces the security policies defined by the organization, typically by blocking or allowing access to specific resources based on these policies.
Policy Enforcement Point (PEP) refers to a component in a network's security architecture that is responsible for enforcing access control and security policies. It is typically deployed at key network entry and exit points to monitor and control the flow of traffic based on predefined security policies. PEPs evaluate incoming and outgoing data packets against established rules, ensuring that only authorized and compliant activity is permitted within the network.
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