Glossary

See malicious actors.

Information about cyber threats, threat actors and adversary techniques that have been collected, analysed and contextualised to support decision making.

A structured activity to identify the threats relevant to a system, function, or organisation.

Traffic Light Protocol

Recipients can spread this to the world, there is no limit on disclosure. Sources may use TLP:CLEAR when information carries minimal or no foreseeable risk of misuse, in accordance with applicable rules and procedures for public release. Subject to standard copyright rules, TLP:CLEAR information may be shared without restriction.

An area that has been authorised to process, store or communicate TOP SECRET data. Such areas are not necessarily tied to a specific level of security zone.

Common well studied and understood cryptographic algorithms that existed before the threat of a cryptographically relevant quantum computer existed.

A device that has been configured to automatically filter and control the flow of data.

The Traffic Light Protocol is a set of Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) designations used to ensure that information is shared with the correct audience.

A system that facilitates the transfer of data in one or more directions between different security domains.