Word of the Day – June 5, 2025

Computer Emergency Response Team

Acronyms

  • CERT

Preferred Term

  • None

Non-standard Terms

  • None

Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Group A name given to expert groups that handle computer security incidents. Most groups append the abbreviation CERT or CSIRT to their designation where the latter stands for Computer Security Incident Response Team. For some teams the spelling of CERT refers to Computer Emergency Readiness Team while handling the same tasks. (used 4 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology
Group The CERT Program develops and promotes the use of appropriate technology and systems management practices to resist attacks on networked systems, to limit damage, and to ensure continuity of critical services. (used 29 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural Computer Emergency Response Teams
Plural Possessive Computer Emergency Response Teams'
Possessive Computer Emergency Response Team's

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