memory security
[/ˈmɛməri sɪˈkjʊrɪti/]
noun
segurança de memória
1. A set of techniques and practices designed to protect computer memory from unauthorized access, corruption, or exploitation by malicious software or attackers
Memory security measures include address space layout randomization and buffer overflow protection.
As medidas de segurança de memória incluem randomização de layout de espaço de endereço e proteção contra estouro de buffer.
2. In cybersecurity, the protection of RAM and data stored in memory from being read, modified, or used to compromise system integrity
The company invested in memory security to prevent hackers from accessing sensitive user data.
A empresa investiu em segurança de memória para evitar que hackers acessassem dados sensíveis do usuário.
3. Technical controls that prevent memory-based attacks such as use-after-free, heap spraying, and return-oriented programming
Modern operating systems implement memory security features like DEP and ASLR.
Os sistemas operacionais modernos implementam recursos de segurança de memória como DEP e ASLR.
Memory security is a critical concern in both Brazilian and North American tech industries, particularly in financial technology, healthcare systems, and government agencies. The terminology is standardized across both regions due to the international nature of cybersecurity discourse. In Brazil, there is growing awareness of memory security in the context of combating cybercrime and protecting digital infrastructure.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keeping data safe in memory
protecting the memory stack
fortifying memory defenses
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