Defined term
Intrusion Prevention System(s) (IPS)
Intrusion Prevention System(s) (IPS): Intrusion Prevention System: Software that has all the capabilities of an intrusion detection system and can also…
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Definition
Intrusion Prevention System: Software that has all the capabilities of an intrusion detection system and can also attempt to stop possible incidents.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
System(s) which can detect an intrusive activity and can also attempt to stop the activity, ideally before it reaches its targets. (SP 800-36; CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
Sources
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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