Archives: Glossary

Agentless scanning

Definition: scanning without the installation of additional software agents or components on the target systems or devices. This is less intrusive but may provide limited information.
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Agent-based scanning

Definition: scanning of devices with the use of a software application installed on the target systems. This can provide deeper insight.  
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Agent

Definition: a computer program that performs tasks on behalf of a user or another program.
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Accreditation

Definition: official recognition that an organisation has the competence and impartiality to perform certification, testing, audits and inspections. Within cyber and information security standards this usually refers to the accreditation [...]
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Antivirus

Definition: software designed to detect, prevent and remove malicious software such as trojans, viruses and worms.
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