1.2. Information Assurance: Dependability and Security of Networked Information Systems
As mentioned earlier, we view IA as encompassing both dependability and security areas. In this section, we briefly introduce key terminologies from these areas and present our view on the need for such an integrated view.
Information or computer security primarily focuses on the issues related to confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) of information [7]. Confidentiality refers to ensuring that highly sensitive information remains unknown to certain users. Integrity refers to the authenticity of information or its source. Availability refers to ensuring that information or computer resources are available to authorized users in a timely manner. ...
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