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Security Defined
Welcome to Security Defined by Netskope, a living cybersecurity encyclopedia. The world of cybersecurity is expanding as are the concepts that govern it. Dive into this educational resource and stay up to date with all of the newest terminology and technologies in the space.
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What is SASE?
Learn about the future convergence of networking and security tools in today’s cloud dominant business model.
What is Security Service Edge?
Explore the security side of SASE, the future of network and protection in the cloud.
What is a Next Gen Secure Web Gateway (NG SWG)?
How do you know where, when, and how your data is used? Next Gen Secure Web Gateways have the answer.
What is AI Security?
Discover how Netskope uses AI security to protect data, stop threats, and govern generative AI use across dynamic cyber environments.
What is AI Security Posture Management?
Understand AI Security Posture Management and how Netskope helps organizations secure, monitor, and govern AI use with confidence.
What is a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)?
Enforce security policies and protect your data between your cloud-provider and your users through the use of a CASB.
What is Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?
Discover the steps, practices, and tools available to protect data and keep it within the bounds of an organization.
What is ZTNA?
Learn how ZTNA surpasses VPNs, tackling security risks from cloud, hybrid, and remote work.
What is SD-WAN?
Discover a technology that allows for the management, and optimization of WAN through software, rather than hardware-based network devices.
What is Generative AI?
Learn how our company can help you enable Generative AI securely and responsibly for innovation and growth.
What is Data Security Posture Management?
Learn how Netskope DSPM protects sensitive data with visibility, risk detection, and compliance enforcement across cloud and hybrid environments.
What is Digital Experience Monitoring?
DEM tracks, analyzes, and optimizes user experiences across networks, applications, and devices.
What is Remote Browser Isolation (RBI)?
RBI separates users from the act of internet browsing by hosting activity in a cloud-based container.
What is a Cyber Security Kill Chain?
Be prepared. Dive into the mindsets, motivations, and plans of attack for hackers and digital thieves.
What is SSPM?
Monitor, manage, and mitigate risky configurations in the cloud with SaaS Security Posture Management.
What is CSPM?
Assess, maintain visibility, and fine-tune your cloud IaaS configurations with Cloud Security Posture Management.
What is Zero Trust Security?
Establish better access controls over your assets, data, and network through “trust but verify” policies.
What is Zero Trust Data Protection (ZTDP)?
Keep your data under lock and key. Verify and grant access to those who have permission.
What is FedRAMP?
Discover the significance of FedRAMP and how it supports government agencies modernize and ensure safe cloud adoption.
MPLS vs SD-WAN
MPLS WANs impede architectures rather than enable digital transformation which has fueled strong interest in SD-WAN solutions.
What is Microsegmentation?
Microsegmentation defines the act of logically or physically dividing a large network into smaller security segments.
What is a Proxy Server?
A proxy server serves as a go-between for a user's device and the internet, managing web content requests for the user.
What is MCP?
Discover what MCP Servers are, how they work, and their importance in securing AI workflows.
What is Coffee Shop Networking?
Secure, consistent, and simplified internet/app access for hybrid workers from any location.
Learn about Coffee Shop Networking
What is Data Lineage?
Data lineage tracks the lifecycle of data from creation to usage, enabling better security, compliance, and real-time visibility across systems.