If you are not familiar with Infosec (short for information security) it is a policy or strategy consisting of tools like mantraps, encryption skill managements and malware detection in order to protect files and data from unauthorized access and destruction. The infosec process can involve either physical or digital security or both.
Mantraps are physical forms of infosec and it pretty much works the same way it sounds like. An example of a mantrap is the door lock system. This system is where one door cannot be unlocked or opened until the previous or door is closed or locked. This works by separating non-secure areas from secure areas and preventing unauthorized access from anyone else.
Encryption Key Management is a digital form of infosec. Encrypting data is the form of converting electronic data into a different form. The encryption key is what is needed in order to decode the data. The infosec strategy of encryption key management is essentially protecting, storing and organizing the keys so that those who are authorized to have access to the data can.
Malware Detection is a tool that can be used for infosec strategies. This is any program that can detect any programs or files that can be harmful to your computer or files. Malware is a general term for viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spyware, and all other digital infections.
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