Difference between InfoSec and CyberSec

1. WHAT IS DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN
INFORMATION SECURITY
&
CYBER SECURITY

2. Information Security safeguards all types of data—
both digital and physical—while Cybersecurity, a
specialized branch of InfoSec, specifically defends
against online threats.
INFORMATION SECURITY
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3. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting electronic and
mobile devices from hacker attacks, while Information
Security ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and
availability (CIA) of all data—both digital and physical.
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4. Focus on protection information
from unauthorized access.
Secure networks and systems against
cyberattacks.
01
Covers both digital and physical
information, such as hardcopy
documents and digital files.
Primarily deals with digital data.
02
Addresses threats like theft, physical
damage and unauthorized access.
Addresses threats like hacking,
phishing, malware and denial of
service.
Includes policies, procedures and
control to protect information in any
form.
Deals with threats that originate
from the target digital system, such
as computer or networks.
04
03
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INFO SEC & CYBER
SEC
INFORMATION SECURITY CYBER SECURITY
FOCUS
SCOPE
THREAT
ADDRESSED
DOMAIN
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5. PROTECTION METHODS
Cybersecurity uses firewalls and endpoint protection for digital threats, while InfoSec
adds access controls and encryption for comprehensive data protection
• Access controls
• Encryption
• Employee training
• Antivirus
• Firewalls
• Penetration Testing
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INFORMATION SECURITY CYBER SECURITY

6. JOB ROLES
Cybersecurity roles focus on defending networks, while InfoSec
ensures data protection
• CISO
• Compliance Officer
• SOC Analyst
• Ethical Hacker
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7. WHY BOTH MATTER
Organizations that align Cybersecurity and InfoSec achieve 60% faster breach response and 40% lower
compliance costs.
• Ensures end-to-end data safety (digital +
physical).
• Key for regulatory compliance (GDPR,
HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Example: A hospital protects patient
records (digital EHRs and paper files).
INFORMATION SECURITY
(HOLISTIC PROTECTION)
CYBERSECURITY (IT
INFRASTRUCTURE DEFENSE)
• Shields networks, servers, and devices
from breaches.
• Prevents operational disruptions (e.g.,
ransomware attacks on banks).
• Example: A bank stops a DDoS attack on
its online banking portal.
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8. Q&A / CONTACT
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