Security Acronyms
This glossary provides a quick reference for common security acronyms and terms used in modern cybersecurity frameworks and tools. Use this guide to better understand security documentation, compliance requirements, and technical discussions related to application and cloud security.
ASPM - Application Security Posture Management
CSPM - Cloud Security Posture Management
EASM - External Attack Surface Management
CNAPP - Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform
DSPM - Data security posture management. See What is DSPM?.
SIEM - Security Information and Event Management
RASP - Runtime Application Self Protection
WAF - Web App Firewall
GRC - Governance Risk & Compliance
MDR - Managed Detection Response
NIS2 - Network and Information Security Directive 2
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