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HARDENED OS [1 record]

Record 1 2016-02-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • IT Security
DEF

A computer OS [operating system] that has been configured to be more secure than the default configuration.

OBS

Hardening usually involves ensuring all security patches are up to date and disabling any unneeded services and features of the OS [operating system].

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité des TI
DEF

Système d'exploitation configuré de manière à offrir une meilleure protection que celle que permet la configuration par défaut.

OBS

Le renforcement consiste habituellement à vérifier que toutes les rustines de sécurité sont à jour et à désactiver tous les services et fonctions inutiles du système d'exploitation.

Spanish

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