How Cyber Stakeholders Can Speak the Same Language (Part Two of Two)

The way cybersecurity terminology is used can significantly affect how a cyber event is handled. Differences in the training and background of certain cybersecurity stakeholders, particularly technical and legal teams, however, may lead to inconsistent use of important terms in the context of security breaches and protocols. This second article of a two-part series highlights ten of the most frequently misunderstood cybersecurity terms, and provides insight on their meanings and implications from both legal and security experts. Part one of the series examined how to overcome cybersecurity stakeholder communication challenges and detailed six strategies for better interaction. See also “Coordinating Legal and Security Teams in the Current Cybersecurity Landscape (Part One of Two)” (Jul. 1, 2015); Part Two (Jul. 15, 2015).

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