What is cybersecurity software?
Security software is software designed to protect and secure computer network, servers, computers, laptops, mobile or other devices from unauthorized access, intrusions, viruses, and other threats.
- Cyber-Security software prevent, regulate or monitor access of various malware or cyber attacks.
- Security software actively or passively contributes to computer and network security.
- Cyber-Security software can help defend data, users, systems, and companies from a wide range of risks.
Basic types of cyber security software
- Antivirus Software: Scans, detects, and removes viruses, worms, and other malicious software from your computer or network.
- Firewalls: Act as a barrier between a trusted internal network and an untrusted external network, controlling incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules.
- Antispyware Software: Protects against spyware by detecting and removing these malicious programs.
- Anti-Malware Software: Protects against various types of malicious software, including spyware, adware, and ransomware, by finding and removing these threats.
- Encryption Software: Converts data into code to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring data remains secure in transit and at rest.
- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS): Monitors network or system activities for malicious actions or policy violations and reports them to a control station.
- Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS): Similar to IDS, but can also take action to block or prevent detected threats.
- Email Security Software: Protects against email threats such as phishing, spam, and malware.
- Web Security Software: Protects users from web threats by filtering and monitoring web traffic.
- Intrusion Monitoring Software (IMS): Monitors for intrusions and attacks, enabling prevention by detecting suspicious activities.
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): Software for monitoring traffic and user behavior, aggregating and analyzing security data from various sources.
- Virtual Private Network (VPN): Provides secure, encrypted connections over the internet, protecting data and user privacy.
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Monitors and protects sensitive data to prevent unauthorized access, use, or transmission.
- Identity and Access Management (IAM): Manages user identities and access permissions to ensure that only authorized individuals can access specific resources.
- Endpoint Security: Protects endpoints such as laptops, desktops, and mobile devices from threats by monitoring and managing security measures on these devices.
- Mobile Security Software: Protects mobile devices from threats such as malware, unauthorized access, and data breaches.
- Network Security Software: Monitors and protects network infrastructure from threats, ensuring secure communication and data transfer.
- Application Security Software: Protects applications from vulnerabilities and threats by monitoring and securing application code and behavior.
- Patch Management Software: Manages and automates the process of applying patches and updates to software and systems to fix vulnerabilities and improve security.
- Backup and Recovery Software: Ensures data is regularly backed up and can be recovered in case of data loss or corruption.
What does security software protect?
- Computer network by monitoring or active protection
- End-points such as devices (computers, phones) or other software on these devices
- Communication and connections, including internet connections
- Cloud solutions