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information assurance

📖 ISTQB Glossary

Official ISTQB Definition

Measures that protect and defend information and information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. These measures include providing for restoration of information systems by incorporating protection, detection, and reaction capabilities.

3 Ways to Think About It

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The Quick Take

Protecting information and information systems comprehensively.

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Look Closer

The broader discipline of ensuring information security and integrity.

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The Bottom Line

Managing risks to achieve confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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