This episode explores the foundational concepts of information security, beginning with the CIA triad—confidentiality, integrity, and availability. We explain how each principle guides security decisions and policies, from controlling access to ensuring data accuracy and maintaining system uptime. You will also learn about privacy considerations, such as protecting personally identifiable information and complying with regulations like GDPR.

We further discuss authentication, authorization, accounting, and non-repudiation, detailing how these elements work together in secure systems. Examples include using multifactor authentication to strengthen access control or implementing logging to track system activity. Understanding these concepts is critical for both exam success and applying security measures effectively in real environments. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber prepcasts, books, and information to strengthen your certification path.