audit-trails

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Audit trails' refers to a security-relevant chronological record, providing documentary evidence of activities that have affected a particular operation or procedure. It’s like a CCTV for digital activities.

Examples in Different Contexts

In financial transactions, 'audit trails' are records that detail the history of financial dealings for auditing purposes. A finance manager might state, 'Maintaining detailed audit trails is crucial for transparency and for reconciling accounts during audits.'

Practice Scenarios

Cybersecurity

Scenario:

Our systems have been unusually slow recently. Might be a case of an internal security issue, if not external.

Response:

We should check the audit trails for any suspicious activity or unauthorized access patterns.

Tech

Scenario:

We've been seeing some unusual activity on the network lately. It's crucial we monitor all actions meticulously.

Response:

Let's review the audit trails and look for any changes or actions outside the normal operations.