cybersecurity Crossword Puzzles
NCSAM 2021 Crossword 2021-08-05
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- TIAA’s associates are our company’s first and best line of _______ against cyber criminals.
- Smart devices such as Amazon Alexa, Google Speakers, and Smart Appliances are examples of what?
- What malware propagates without a host program?
- Tips to keep your home office secure: _____ your computer when you step away, and shut it down at the end of the day.
- A _____ is email monitoring designed to prevent unwanted email and deliver good email. Messages that this will block include spam, phishing attacks, malware or fraudulent content.
- What does the A in CAP stand for?
- What TIAA Cybersecurity team manages the full lifecycle of user access to applications and systems. Hint: _______ and Access Management
- What malware encrypts files and demands money for the decryption key?
- This year Cyber has rebranded as TIAA _____ Cybersecurity
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- What is the last name of the TIAA Bank CISO?
- A good way to secure your devices at home is by regularly _______
- What type of attack do patches not prevent against?
- The probability of exposure or loss of assets is considered what?
- What type of information is private and identifies people?
- What technology allows information sent over the internet to remain private or confidential?
- What do most modern websites use to provide encryption?
- Which industry is most targeted by social engineers?
- Multifactor _____ adds extra layers of security when logging in.
- A phishing technique that utilizes two emails: one benign and one containing the malicious element. The first email facilitates a sense of familiarity when the second, malicious, email arrives.
19 Clues: What does the A in CAP stand for? • What is the last name of the TIAA Bank CISO? • What malware propagates without a host program? • What type of attack do patches not prevent against? • Which industry is most targeted by social engineers? • What do most modern websites use to provide encryption? • This year Cyber has rebranded as TIAA _____ Cybersecurity • ...
Cybersecurity 2020-08-24
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- Proposito informatico de detectar virus
- Estafa que busca sacrte datos bancarios, o tarjetas
- Se quedan con tu informacion como la de ingreso, nombre de usuario no espian
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- Sofwtare malo que esta hecho para meterse infiltradamente a una computadora
- Programas que no son originales y que te cambian y inhabilitan el acceso a tu computadora
- Hace que no pueda entrar nadie infiltrado a tu computadora
6 Clues: Proposito informatico de detectar virus • Estafa que busca sacrte datos bancarios, o tarjetas • Hace que no pueda entrar nadie infiltrado a tu computadora • Sofwtare malo que esta hecho para meterse infiltradamente a una computadora • Se quedan con tu informacion como la de ingreso, nombre de usuario no espian • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-03-28
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- artificial image or video (a series of images) generated by a special kind of machine learning called “deep” learning
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- a type of cyber-attack where attackers impersonate a trusted entity to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data
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- When you got a phishing email, you should (_____) by clicking report phishing button in Outlook.
- how many KUB(TYREX) stations in PTTEP YADANA Asset in total
- What is the minimum number of characters for PTTEP YADANA Asset user accounts
6 Clues: how many KUB(TYREX) stations in PTTEP YADANA Asset in total • What is the minimum number of characters for PTTEP YADANA Asset user accounts • The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks • When you got a phishing email, you should (_____) by clicking report phishing button in Outlook. • ...
Xoxo 2024-12-23
9 Clues: A group of mutants • Fingers of the foot • Home of the panthers • Serial killer TV show • My favorite shoe store • My least favorite word • what is your best trait • Protection of the internet • what I’d like to do to your bells
Lesson 1.3 2023-03-08
8 Clues: bugs and … • financial information • arise new security issues • they mitigate vulnerabilities • personal identity information • its top priority is make money • a weakness or a lack of countermeasures • it's a byproduct of technological change
Technology in PMI 2024-04-19
8 Clues: online safety • detects changes • design trial phase • base or foundation • new creative ideas • problem solver, creator • a machine that compresses the leaves • a simplified model or imitation of an object or a process
Binalyze Crossword 2025-05-09
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- The system or device under investigation in a forensic acquisition.
- What is the name of Binalyze’s new AI-powered tool?
- What was the name of Binalyze's first product designed to collect evidence from a single machine?
- A personality assessment framework that categorizes individuals based on dominant behavioral traits to improve workplace communication and collaboration.
- A cybersecurity specialist who creates and improves systems to detect malicious activity by analyzing behaviors, tuning detection rules, and staying ahead of evolving threats. ... Engineer
- At which conference did Binalyze win the Best Security Investigation Platform award?
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- Who at Binalyze is known for their passion for antique items?
- The type of log or trace left behind by users or malware that forensics experts analyze.
- At which competition did Binalyze win the Gold award in the Incident Analysis & Response Solution category?
- In Binalyze's guiding philosophy OODA, what does the letter D stand for?
- What is the name of the advanced analysis engine developed by the Binalyze team, designed to outperform rule-based tools like YARA and Sigma in analyzing cybersecurity incidents?
- In which Gartner category is Binalyze listed?
12 Clues: In which Gartner category is Binalyze listed? • What is the name of Binalyze’s new AI-powered tool? • Who at Binalyze is known for their passion for antique items? • The system or device under investigation in a forensic acquisition. • In Binalyze's guiding philosophy OODA, what does the letter D stand for? • ...
#InfraNet Cyber Awareness 2022-10-13
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- Security or house
- Password attack method
- Doesn'trequire a host file to replicate itself
- This horse can stampede your security defenses
- Who is responsible for cybersecurity
- Verifying identity
- Unauthorized access to a network
- Scrambling text into an unreadable format
- Similar to a password
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- Any crime committed electronically
- Watches where you go on the internet
- Multi-factor authentication
- Cyber awareness month
- Wireless technology using short-wave UHF radio waves
- Attack attempt to acquire personal information
- Prevents unauthorized access to or from a private network
- The address of a webpage
- Program that is designed to automate tasks
- Chief information security officer
19 Clues: Security or house • Verifying identity • Cyber awareness month • Similar to a password • Password attack method • The address of a webpage • Multi-factor authentication • Unauthorized access to a network • Any crime committed electronically • Chief information security officer • Watches where you go on the internet • Who is responsible for cybersecurity • ...
Puzzle #4 2024-05-07
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- corrective action/suggestions for improvement
- proof
- process effected by management to provide reasonable assurance
- daily paid union
- an illegal act for financial or personal gain
- protecting sensitive information from unauthorised persons
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- monthly paid union
- formal statement of organisation's goal and objectives
- protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- proper disclosure of financial information
- competing interest
- highest governing body
- event/action that negatively affects the achievement of objectives
13 Clues: proof • daily paid union • monthly paid union • competing interest • highest governing body • proper disclosure of financial information • corrective action/suggestions for improvement • an illegal act for financial or personal gain • formal statement of organisation's goal and objectives • protecting sensitive information from unauthorised persons • ...
SecurIT360 2026-07-08
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- Fake emails and messages designed to steal credentials and launch attacks.
- Cybersecurity exercise testing an organization’s incident response plan.
- Managed security service providing monitoring, threat hunting, and expert response.
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- Simulated cyberattack used by ethical hackers to identify vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
- Your first choice for a vendor-agnostic, nationwide cybersecurity firm focused entirely on protecting your environment the right way, elite defenders who don't sell tools, but build ironclad peace of mind.
- 24/7 team monitoring networks, cloud, and accounts for suspicious activity.
- Endpoint security technology that detects, blocks, and remediates cyber threats.
7 Clues: Cybersecurity exercise testing an organization’s incident response plan. • Fake emails and messages designed to steal credentials and launch attacks. • 24/7 team monitoring networks, cloud, and accounts for suspicious activity. • Endpoint security technology that detects, blocks, and remediates cyber threats. • ...
ict 2023-09-16
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- unwanted and unsolicited email.
- machine that processes data.
- a structured collection of data.
- prevents data loss.
- writing code to instruct a computer.
- helps data find its way
- return to an initial state.
- Usually in one location.
- online storage and computing resources.
- blocks unwanted traffic
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- connects devices in a network.
- step-by-step procedure for solving a problem.
- wireless data transfer technology.
- programs that run on a computer.
- protecting computer systems from threats.
- a global network of connected computers.
- technology that allows data transmission without physical connections.
- keeps data secure.
- electroniconic communication method for sending and receiving messages.
- the global system of interconnected computer networks.
20 Clues: keeps data secure. • prevents data loss. • helps data find its way • blocks unwanted traffic • Usually in one location. • return to an initial state. • machine that processes data. • connects devices in a network. • unwanted and unsolicited email. • a structured collection of data. • programs that run on a computer. • wireless data transfer technology. • ...
Information Security Terms 2024-01-31
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- Engineering: Manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information through psychological tactics.
- A software vulnerability that is exploited by attackers before the vendor releases a fix.
- of Service (DoS): An attack that disrupts or prevents the normal functioning of a system or network.
- Response: The process of responding to and managing the aftermath of a cybersecurity incident.
- A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity.
- Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems, often delivered through malicious links or attachments.
- The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Weaknesses in a system that can be exploited by threats to compromise its security.
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- Testing: Ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities in a system before malicious attackers can exploit them.
- Software designed to detect and remove malicious software from a computer.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or device.
- Security: Security measures to protect network endpoints, such as computers and mobile devices.
- Authentication (2FA): A security process in which a user provides two different authentication factors to verify their identity.
- A network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
- The practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from theft, damage, or unauthorized access.
- A software update designed to fix vulnerabilities or improve security.
16 Clues: The process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or device. • A software update designed to fix vulnerabilities or improve security. • Software designed to detect and remove malicious software from a computer. • The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access. • ...
4IR Technologies Pillars 2023-09-11
10 Clues: 4IR Act element (S) • 4IR Act element (3) • 4IR Act element (A) • 4IR Act element (A) • 4IR Sense element (C) • 4IR Sense element (C) • 4IR Sense element (I) • 4IR Analysis element (A) • 4IR Analysis element (C) • 4IR Analysis element (B)
NUCORPERS 2025-07-27
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- – What we aim for in business and people
- – Helps us grow and improve
- – Driving improvement through new ideas
- – What we strive to deliver with excellence
- – Our company name
- – A key HR service
- – Our plan to reach our goals
- – The process for welcoming new employees
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- – The structure of how tasks move
- – One of our core values
- – Protects our systems and data
- – Staying aligned with regulations
- – What guides our long-term direction
- – What makes our efforts stronger
- – A measure of performance (Key Performance Indicator)
15 Clues: – Our company name • – A key HR service • – One of our core values • – Helps us grow and improve • – Our plan to reach our goals • – Protects our systems and data • – The structure of how tasks move • – What makes our efforts stronger • – Staying aligned with regulations • – What guides our long-term direction • – Driving improvement through new ideas • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024-10-16
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- A type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data
- A type of malicious software that replicates itself by attaching to other programs or files, potentially causing harm to computer systems, networks, or data.
- Creating a copy of data to prevent its loss in case of a disaster or data breach
- A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system
- The process of converting data into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access and ensure confidentiality.
- The potential for loss or damage when a threat exploits a vulnerability, often assessed in terms of likelihood and impact on organizational assets.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system
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- A security method that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to unlock your mobile device
- Type of malware that allows an attacker to remotely control a system or network
- A network that encrypts internet connections and helps secure remote access to a network
- Adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards for data protection and privacy in cloud environments
- Unsolicited, unwanted, and often malicious messages sent in bulk.
- Attack where an attacker gains unauthorized access to a system or network
- The act of revising software or systems to fix vulnerabilities and enhance security against emerging threats.
14 Clues: Unsolicited, unwanted, and often malicious messages sent in bulk. • The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system • Attack where an attacker gains unauthorized access to a system or network • A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024-10-18
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- Common type of cyberattack where the hacker encrypts your files and demands payment.
- A ____ test is performed to identify vulnerabilities in a system.
- This form of attack tries to trick you into giving personal information via fake websites or emails.
- A phishing attack done over the phone.
- The process of verifying someone's identity.
- A strong, complex one helps protect your accounts.
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- A person who attempts to gain unauthorized access to your system.
- A type of phishing attack done over text messages.
- A software that fights off malicious viruses and malware.
- The backbone of secure communication online, abbreviated as SSL.
- Protection against unauthorized changes to data.
- Multi-Factor Authentication is shortened to this.
- A harmful program disguised as legitimate software.
- A malicious code that spreads from computer to computer.
14 Clues: A phishing attack done over the phone. • The process of verifying someone's identity. • Protection against unauthorized changes to data. • Multi-Factor Authentication is shortened to this. • A type of phishing attack done over text messages. • A strong, complex one helps protect your accounts. • A harmful program disguised as legitimate software. • ...
CROSSWORD 2023-01-12
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- The art of cooking.
- Learns to handle and drive large machines.
- Focuses on fighting fires.
- Information Technology.
- Learns to teach young children.
- Deals with teeth.
- The art of mending metals.
- Dog, cat, and pet care.
- Digital photography, planning, and recording.
- Heating, ventilation, and air Conditioning.
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- Builds and constructs things.
- Learns how to do procedures on people in need.
- Hair, makeup, and nails.
- Learns to keep devices safe and secure.
- Laws, justice, and how to enforce them.
- Learns to design and print.
- Nursing and saving lives.
- Learns to do auto care and maintenance.
- Installs, removes, and repairs electric.
19 Clues: Deals with teeth. • The art of cooking. • Information Technology. • Dog, cat, and pet care. • Hair, makeup, and nails. • Nursing and saving lives. • Focuses on fighting fires. • The art of mending metals. • Learns to design and print. • Builds and constructs things. • Learns to teach young children. • Learns to keep devices safe and secure. • Laws, justice, and how to enforce them. • ...
Family Puzzle Time! 2022-01-11
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- A game completed by all three (human) family members
- Messengers for Demon Slayers
- The most dignified gentleman in the house
- The go-to nightly unwind YouTube videos
- Katie's favorite novel!
- Both our favorite burger AND a character on Venture Brothers
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- Taylor's favorite dinner food
- Beckett's college major!
- Toss a coin to this guy
- He loves nighttime belly pets!
- Please don't tell people how he lives
- He loves to play on the bachelor pad
- Our favorite doggo!
- This guy loves to grind...
14 Clues: Our favorite doggo! • Toss a coin to this guy • Katie's favorite novel! • Beckett's college major! • This guy loves to grind... • Messengers for Demon Slayers • Taylor's favorite dinner food • He loves nighttime belly pets! • He loves to play on the bachelor pad • Please don't tell people how he lives • The go-to nightly unwind YouTube videos • ...
Guess me If you Can 2022-06-29
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- Moral philosophy
- of conduct A set of rules
- An event that is either unpleasant or unusual
- The act of obeying an order, rule, or request
- Possibility of loss or injury
- A set of guidelines
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- An official inspection
- One who reports suspected wrongdoing
- Verification of the identity
- Protection of internet-connected system
10 Clues: Moral philosophy • A set of guidelines • An official inspection • of conduct A set of rules • Verification of the identity • Possibility of loss or injury • One who reports suspected wrongdoing • Protection of internet-connected system • An event that is either unpleasant or unusual • The act of obeying an order, rule, or request
Guess Me If You Can 2022-06-29
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- Moral philosophy
- of conduct A set of rules
- An event that is either unpleasant or unusual
- The act of obeying an order, rule, or request
- Possibility of loss or injury
- A set of guidelines
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- An official inspection
- One who reports suspected wrongdoing
- Verification of the identity
- Protection of internet-connected system
10 Clues: Moral philosophy • A set of guidelines • An official inspection • of conduct A set of rules • Verification of the identity • Possibility of loss or injury • One who reports suspected wrongdoing • Protection of internet-connected system • An event that is either unpleasant or unusual • The act of obeying an order, rule, or request
SANS CyberSecurity Crossword 2021-01-11
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- A network security system, either hardware- or software-based, that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on a set of rules.
- An attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.
- Computational Procedure
- Conceals the data’s original meaning to prevent it from being known or used.
- A software exploit that involves a combination of attacks against different vulnerabilities (7,6)
- A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers
- Used to describe any code in any part of a software system or script that is intended to cause undesired effects, security breaches or damage to a system. (9,4)
- Text files with small pieces of data
- Software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive.
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- Designed to detect and destroy computer viruses
- Any malicious computer program which is used to hack into a computer by misleading users of its true intent.(6,5)
- A large number of compromised computers
- The activity of defrauding an online account holder of financial information by posing as a legitimate company.
- Often installed after a compromise happens (4,4)
14 Clues: Computational Procedure • Text files with small pieces of data • A large number of compromised computers • Designed to detect and destroy computer viruses • Often installed after a compromise happens (4,4) • An attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system. • Conceals the data’s original meaning to prevent it from being known or used. • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024-10-16
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- A type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data
- A type of malicious software that replicates itself by attaching to other programs or files, potentially causing harm to computer systems, networks, or data.
- Creating a copy of data to prevent its loss in case of a disaster or data breach
- A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system
- The process of converting data into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access and ensure confidentiality.
- The potential for loss or damage when a threat exploits a vulnerability, often assessed in terms of likelihood and impact on organizational assets.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system
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- A security method that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to unlock your mobile device
- Type of malware that allows an attacker to remotely control a system or network
- A network that encrypts internet connections and helps secure remote access to a network
- Adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards for data protection and privacy in cloud environments
- Unsolicited, unwanted, and often malicious messages sent in bulk.
- Attack where an attacker gains unauthorized access to a system or network
- The act of revising software or systems to fix vulnerabilities and enhance security against emerging threats.
14 Clues: Unsolicited, unwanted, and often malicious messages sent in bulk. • The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system • Attack where an attacker gains unauthorized access to a system or network • A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system • ...
Draeko Cybersecurity Crossword 2024-10-26
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- A form of malware that encrypts a user’s data and demands payment to unlock it.
- Malware that gathers information about a person or organization without their knowledge.
- Malware that gathers information about a person or organization without their knowledge.
- A network security device or software that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic.
- A simulated cyberattack to evaluate the security of a system.
- An extra layer of security requiring two forms of identification for access.
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- The psychological manipulation of people to disclose confidential information.
- Software intentionally designed to cause damage, such as viruses, worms, and Trojans.
- The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- A type of social engineering attack where attackers trick users into revealing personal information.
- A trial-and-error method used to guess passwords or encryption keys.
- An attack where multiple systems flood a target, causing denial of service.
- A tool that encrypts internet traffic and hides a user’s IP address.
- A flaw in software that is unknown to the vendor and, therefore, unpatched.
- A network of infected devices controlled remotely by a hacker, typically to launch large-scale attacks.
15 Clues: A simulated cyberattack to evaluate the security of a system. • A trial-and-error method used to guess passwords or encryption keys. • A tool that encrypts internet traffic and hides a user’s IP address. • An attack where multiple systems flood a target, causing denial of service. • A flaw in software that is unknown to the vendor and, therefore, unpatched. • ...
Product Cybersecurity Awareness 2023-10-09
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- - weakness of an asset or control that can be exploited by one or more threats
- - property that information is not made available or disclosed to unauthorized individuals, entities, or processes
- part that is logically and technically separable
- - object that has value, or contributes to value
- - the process of encoding information to protect information from unauthorized access
- - property of being accessible and usable on demand by an authorized entity
- - provision of assurance that a claimed characteristic of an entity is correct
- - property of accuracy and completeness
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- - a segment of code or a program designed to take advantage of a flaw in a computer system
- - security process that determines a user or service's level of access
- - the assurance that someone cannot deny the validity of something
- - occurrence or change of a particular set of circumstances
- - estimate of magnitude of damage or physical harm from a damage scenario
- - person, group, or organization that carries out an attack path
14 Clues: - property of accuracy and completeness • part that is logically and technically separable • - object that has value, or contributes to value • - occurrence or change of a particular set of circumstances • - person, group, or organization that carries out an attack path • - the assurance that someone cannot deny the validity of something • ...
Cybersecurity is Awesome 2019-11-28
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- The process of encoding data to prevent theft by ensuring the data can only be accessed with a key.
- An attack that tricks a user into clicking a webpage element which is invisible or disguised as another element, which may allow attackers to steal credentials or reveal other confidential information.
- Second component of the famous InfoSec triad.
- A function that can be used to map data of arbitrary size to fixed-size values.
- A form of malware used to threaten victims by blocking, publishing, or corrupting their data unless the ransom is paid.
- An attack that aims to access files and directories that are stored outside the web root folder.
- Third component of the famous InfoSec triad.
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- An attack where the attacker secretly relays and possibly alters the communications between two parties.
- The original name of AES, a specification used for the encryption of electronic data.
- A method of trying to gather personal information using deceptive e-mails and websites.
- First component of the famous InfoSec triad.
- An attack where the attacker submits many passwords / passphrases with the hope of eventually guessing it correctly.
- A web security vulnerability that allows an attacker to interfere with the queries that an application makes to its database.
- _________ occurs when a program tries to store more data in a temporary storage area than it can hold.
14 Clues: First component of the famous InfoSec triad. • Third component of the famous InfoSec triad. • Second component of the famous InfoSec triad. • A function that can be used to map data of arbitrary size to fixed-size values. • The original name of AES, a specification used for the encryption of electronic data. • ...
Crossword on Cybersecurity 2024-12-23
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- The process of taking plain text and scrambling it into an unreadable format
- A secure network that allows users to connect to the internet privately and safely
- information that a website puts on a user's computer.
- Threatening behavior facilitated through electronic means such as texting.
- The “a” in the C-I-A Triad
- A collection of compromised computers used to perform coordinated attacks
- The second "D" in DDO
- Fraudulent text messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to trick individuals into revealing personal information.
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- The "U" in url
- Hardware or software designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network
- The “I” in the C-I-A Triad
- Harmful computer programs such as viruses, worms, and trojans used by hackers to gain access to your computer and cause destruction
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
- Unauthorized access to a network, information systems, or application.
14 Clues: The "U" in url • The second "D" in DDO • The “I” in the C-I-A Triad • The “a” in the C-I-A Triad • information that a website puts on a user's computer. • Unauthorized access to a network, information systems, or application. • A collection of compromised computers used to perform coordinated attacks • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness month 2025-09-30
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- The process of converting information into a code for security
- A saved copy of data for recovery after loss or attack
- A software update that fixes security vulnerabilities
- Manipulating people into revealing confidential information
- Software that secretly monitors your computer activities
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- Malicious software that locks files until a payment is made
- A login method requiring two forms of verification
- A scam email or message tricking you into giving personal information
- A network of infected devices controlled remotely
- A program that detects and removes malicious software
- A secret string used to secure accounts
- Malicious software designed to damage or gain access to a system
- A network security system that blocks unauthorized access
- A service that creates a secure tunnel for internet traffic
14 Clues: A secret string used to secure accounts • A network of infected devices controlled remotely • A login method requiring two forms of verification • A program that detects and removes malicious software • A software update that fixes security vulnerabilities • A saved copy of data for recovery after loss or attack • ...
Nathaniel Cybersecurity Crossword 2026-04-02
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- a malicious party sends a fraudulent email disguised as being from a legitimate, trusted source
- malicious code that replicates by independently exploiting vulnerabilities in networks.
- holds a computer system, or the data it contains, captive until the target makes a payment
- an attacker requests personal information from a party in exchange for something, like a gift.
- displays annoying pop-ups to generate revenue for its authors
- non-technical means for a criminal to gather information on a target
- malware that carries out malicious operations under the guise of a desired operation such as playing an online game
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- software that enables a criminal to obtain information about a user’s computer activities.
- phishing using voice communication technology
- takes advantage of programming errors or design flaws to grant the criminal elevated access to network resources and data.
- malicious software
- This type of malware remains inactive until that trigger event happens.
- program or code introduced by a criminal who has compromised a system.
- modifies the operating system to create a backdoor.
- malicious executable code attached to another executable file, such as a legitimate program.
15 Clues: malicious software • phishing using voice communication technology • modifies the operating system to create a backdoor. • displays annoying pop-ups to generate revenue for its authors • non-technical means for a criminal to gather information on a target • program or code introduced by a criminal who has compromised a system. • ...
Telecom Olympics 2020 2020-04-10
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- Making copies of data
- Tech Support Company
- Don't open ___ from people you don't know
- WCTA is ____ years old
- Use ____ passwords
- The capacity of a telecom line to carry signals
- Network security system used to stop unauthorized access
- Communication over a distance
- A piece of code that is capable of destroying data
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- Board President
- NIST involves strategies for ____
- The activity of defrauding by posing as a legit business
- Someone who seeks to exploit weaknesses in a network
- What is a CDR?
14 Clues: What is a CDR? • Board President • Use ____ passwords • Tech Support Company • Making copies of data • WCTA is ____ years old • Communication over a distance • NIST involves strategies for ____ • Don't open ___ from people you don't know • The capacity of a telecom line to carry signals • A piece of code that is capable of destroying data • ...
Compleanno 2025-12-17
Across
- dove andiamo a mangiare
- la bionda dalla quale vai sempre con i tuoi colleghi
- l'ambito lavorativo per combattere gli hacker
- la tua macchina dei sogni
- la canzone che più ci rappresenta
- nomignolo
- dove ci siamo conosciuti
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- il prof che odi
- la nobile artedi sopravvivere
- la battaglia tra un pasto e l'altro
- la materia che ti ha fatto venire gli incubi
- l'appuntamento fisso di ogni Ottobre
- si trova ANCHE a New York
- come ti chiamo
14 Clues: nomignolo • come ti chiamo • il prof che odi • dove andiamo a mangiare • dove ci siamo conosciuti • la tua macchina dei sogni • si trova ANCHE a New York • la nobile artedi sopravvivere • la canzone che più ci rappresenta • la battaglia tra un pasto e l'altro • l'appuntamento fisso di ogni Ottobre • la materia che ti ha fatto venire gli incubi • ...
Garrett & Angie 2024-04-23
Across
- The city where Garrett proposed
- Angie's favorite type of wine
- Garrett's college degree
- Their favorite sport to watch together
- Couples' favorite sport to play together
- The current city the couple lives in
- The # of years the couple has been together
Down
- Couples' favorite TV show to watch together
- The sport Garrett played in college
- Garrett's middle name
- Angie's middle name
- City where Angie was born
- The state where the couple went to college
- Angie's college degree
14 Clues: Angie's middle name • Garrett's middle name • Angie's college degree • Garrett's college degree • City where Angie was born • Angie's favorite type of wine • The city where Garrett proposed • The sport Garrett played in college • The current city the couple lives in • Their favorite sport to watch together • Couples' favorite sport to play together • ...
TECHNOLOGY AND AI 2026-05-08
Across
- Protection of digital systems and information
- Organized collection of information
- Conversion of information into digital form
- AI system that improves through experience
- Technology involving the design of robots
- AI program that simulates conversation
- Introduction of new ideas or technology
- Electronic device used to process data
Down
- Global network connecting computers worldwide
- Use of machines to perform tasks automatically
- Exchange of information between people
- Step-by-step problem solving process
- Protection of personal information online
- Programs and applications used by computers
14 Clues: Organized collection of information • Step-by-step problem solving process • Exchange of information between people • AI program that simulates conversation • Electronic device used to process data • Introduction of new ideas or technology • Protection of personal information online • Technology involving the design of robots • AI system that improves through experience • ...
Shayaans Life 2023-01-11
10 Clues: what is aphone • My favorite game • an animal I hate • my favorite food • what I have as a pet • where i used to live • what I have as another pet • are something better than cookies • what is the base code of a computer • what i think my future job is going to be
M3 test crossword 2023-06-14
Across
- Stops electricity from flowing, rubber.
- Power from water.
- Happens again and again.
- Power from Earth's heat.
- Online protection.
Down
- Power lines connecting power supplies to homes in a large area.
- Measures the voltage in the circuit.
- Makes power and electricity.
- If it's high, power is low.
- Allows electricity to flow, metal.
10 Clues: Power from water. • Online protection. • Happens again and again. • Power from Earth's heat. • If it's high, power is low. • Makes power and electricity. • Allows electricity to flow, metal. • Measures the voltage in the circuit. • Stops electricity from flowing, rubber. • Power lines connecting power supplies to homes in a large area.
STEAM 2026-06-06
Across
- protecting computer systems from attack
- machines that can simulate human intelligence
- giving instructions to a computer
- a device that detects something (e.g temperature)
- a machine that can do tasks automatically
Down
- asking questions and investigating
- using machines to do tasks automatically
- the first model of something
- working together
- a new idea or method
10 Clues: working together • a new idea or method • the first model of something • giving instructions to a computer • asking questions and investigating • protecting computer systems from attack • using machines to do tasks automatically • a machine that can do tasks automatically • machines that can simulate human intelligence • a device that detects something (e.g temperature)
Profesi dan peluang usaha dibildang tkjt 2023-11-17
Across
- memastikan perusahaan mematuhi peraturan dan standar keamanan TI
- pembuat konten
- mengelola dan memelihara jaringan komputer perusahaan
- bertanggung jawab memelihara jaringan komputer
- mengkroordinasikan proyek proyek TI
Down
- yang mengelola jaringan komputer
- membangun dan mengembangkan situs web
- memberikan pelatihan tentang penggunaan teknologi
- yang mengembangkan kecerdasan buatan
- yang menjaga keamanan terhadap sistem insfastrukur TI
10 Clues: pembuat konten • yang mengelola jaringan komputer • mengkroordinasikan proyek proyek TI • yang mengembangkan kecerdasan buatan • membangun dan mengembangkan situs web • bertanggung jawab memelihara jaringan komputer • memberikan pelatihan tentang penggunaan teknologi • yang menjaga keamanan terhadap sistem insfastrukur TI • ...
Puzzle 2023-01-13
9 Clues: Our own ERP • Password Manager • we comply this compliance • I help you plan and visualise • As a manufacturer we ship this • I am Zoho’s new bee for calibri • Financial platform for business • we protect from malicious attacks • Zoho’s attempt on server less journey
cs 2025-09-25
Across
- The name of a company that should not be used in any password.
- A great place to share vacation pics… and for hackers to gather info about you.
- If you leave your seat, hit Windows + L — don’t forget to ___ your PC!
- Paycheque.pdf.exe isn’t a paycheque. It’s an ___ pretending to be one. (Hint: look at the extension!)
- An AI buddy who can explain cybersecurity… or ruin the surprise in your crossword puzzle
- The reps and workouts your brain needs to stay sharp against cyber threats.
- A tasty little file that lives in your browser and remembers your logins, shopping cart, and site preferences (but sadly, not chocolate chip).
Down
- Who’s responsible for cybersecurity? Not just IT. It’s ___’s job.
- That free online PDF tool that shrank your file… and smuggled in malware like the horse at Troy. THREAT.
- That “urgent” email from bill.gates@micros0ft.com offering you free money.
- Picking up the phone to ask, “Hey, did you really send me that email?”
- When someone slips in behind you through a locked door… or the thing you do with hotdogs before the big game.
- One wrong __ is all it takes to turn a normal day into “call IT, we’ve got a problem.”
13 Clues: The name of a company that should not be used in any password. • Who’s responsible for cybersecurity? Not just IT. It’s ___’s job. • If you leave your seat, hit Windows + L — don’t forget to ___ your PC! • Picking up the phone to ask, “Hey, did you really send me that email?” • That “urgent” email from bill.gates@micros0ft.com offering you free money. • ...
test 2025-08-27
Across
- Who’s responsible for cybersecurity? Not just IT. It’s ___’s job.
- If you leave your seat, hit Windows + L — don’t forget to ___ your PC!
- Paycheque.pdf.exe isn’t a paycheque. It’s an ___ pretending to be one. (Hint: look at the extension!)
- The reps and workouts your brain needs to stay sharp against cyber threats.
- When someone slips in behind you through a locked door… or the thing you do with hotdogs before the big game.
- One wrong __ is all it takes to turn a normal day into “call IT, we’ve got a problem.”
- That free online PDF tool that shrank your file… and smuggled in malware like the horse at Troy. THREAT.
- A great place to share vacation pics… and for hackers to gather info about you.
Down
- The name of a company that should not be used in any password.
- An AI buddy who can explain cybersecurity… or ruin the surprise in your crossword puzzle
- Picking up the phone to ask, “Hey, did you really send me that email?”
- That “urgent” email from bill.gates@micros0ft.com offering you free money.
- A tasty little file that remembers your logins, shopping cart, and site preferences (but sadly, not chocolate chip).
13 Clues: The name of a company that should not be used in any password. • Who’s responsible for cybersecurity? Not just IT. It’s ___’s job. • If you leave your seat, hit Windows + L — don’t forget to ___ your PC! • Picking up the phone to ask, “Hey, did you really send me that email?” • That “urgent” email from bill.gates@micros0ft.com offering you free money. • ...
Majors and Concentrations 2022-01-26
Across
- studies the past
- studies the ocean
- lights...camera...action!
- spends a lot of time with a calculator
- the study of living organisms
Down
- studies how to effectively target consumers
- the scientific study of mind and behavior
- clinicals are part of the program
- synthesizes biology and chemistry
- learns to protect on a digital platform
- works with chemicals and beakers
- synthesizes math science and creativity to build things
12 Clues: studies the past • studies the ocean • lights...camera...action! • the study of living organisms • works with chemicals and beakers • clinicals are part of the program • synthesizes biology and chemistry • spends a lot of time with a calculator • learns to protect on a digital platform • the scientific study of mind and behavior • studies how to effectively target consumers • ...
Tech 2025-07-11
Across
- Approval
- practice of protecting computer systems
- Disguises itself as an legitimate program
- Science Technology engineering & mathematics
- Program used to keep intruders out
- Naazharae Smith
Down
- ensures that resources are only granted to those users who are entitled to them
- Damages & disables computers systems
- Attempt to trick users
- attacker that lurks on your network for extended periods
- Hijacks system and encrypts files
- software designed to detect and remove malware
12 Clues: Approval • Naazharae Smith • Attempt to trick users • Hijacks system and encrypts files • Program used to keep intruders out • Damages & disables computers systems • practice of protecting computer systems • Disguises itself as an legitimate program • Science Technology engineering & mathematics • software designed to detect and remove malware • ...
Cybersecurity Attacks 2023-04-15
Across
- With _____, the victim’s system is held hostage until they agree to pay money to the attacker.
- A _____ attack occurs when a malicious actor sends emails that seem to be coming from trusted, legitimate sources in an attempt to grab sensitive information from the target.
- In a _____ attack, a hacker embeds malicious code into an insecure website.
- A _____ attack gets its name from the “brutish” or simple methodology employed by the attack. The attacker simply tries to guess the login credentials of someone with access to the target system.
Down
- A _____ attack uses a malicious program that is hidden inside a seemingly legitimate one
- _____ types of cyber attacks refer to breaches in cybersecurity that make it possible for an attacker to eavesdrop on the data sent back and forth between two people, networks, or computers.
- A _____ attack is designed to overwhelm the resources of a system to the point where it is unable to reply to legitimate service requests.
- _____ infects a computer and changes how it functions, destroys data, or spies on the user or network traffic as it passes through.
- With _____, a hacker alters DNS records to send traffic to a fake website.
9 Clues: With _____, a hacker alters DNS records to send traffic to a fake website. • In a _____ attack, a hacker embeds malicious code into an insecure website. • A _____ attack uses a malicious program that is hidden inside a seemingly legitimate one • With _____, the victim’s system is held hostage until they agree to pay money to the attacker. • ...
Cybersecurity puzzle 2023-04-21
Across
- related to your identity or personal information
- looking over someones shoulder to get information
- a file or code
- takes over your computer
Down
- the opposite to a virus
- knowledge obtained from investigating
- a type of malware that can copy itself
- data
- a network of computer infected by malware
- and individual who uses computer networking to overcome a technical problem
10 Clues: data • a file or code • the opposite to a virus • takes over your computer • knowledge obtained from investigating • a type of malware that can copy itself • a network of computer infected by malware • related to your identity or personal information • looking over someones shoulder to get information • ...
Cybersecurity 2.2 2022-02-22
Across
- Software running with elevated privileges to control a computer or to gain access to restricted accounts and data
- Problems, faults, and bugs in the program that are exploitable, allowing attackers access to the computer on which the program is running
- A file that contains an official record of activities that occur on a computer
- software that replicates and infects many computers, turning the computer into a "zombie"
- Reverse the encryption process, making the data human-readable again
Down
- A human-based attack in which the malicious user intercepts communication between the victim's computer and the internet
- Software and hardware that track all keyboard clicks, including back spaces, to discover usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, and other sensitive information
- Small units of data, transmitted on a network. Collected together, they compose some larger data, such as a document, a website, a movie, etc
- Software that locks your computer or makes it inoperable, requiring you to pay someone to remove it
9 Clues: Reverse the encryption process, making the data human-readable again • A file that contains an official record of activities that occur on a computer • software that replicates and infects many computers, turning the computer into a "zombie" • Software that locks your computer or makes it inoperable, requiring you to pay someone to remove it • ...
Cybersecurity Month 2022-10-13
Across
- ________ Information must be protected from leaks or accidental exposure.
- Button in Outlook to report suspicious email or phishing in one click.
- _______ Period is the length of time information assets are maintained for an authorized person.
- Security _______ is a single or series of unwanted or unexpected information Security Events
Down
- What is celebrated in October?
- Information is accessible to authorized users.
- Information is accurate, complete, and reliable.
- Mail that seeks to offer services, products, or advertisements but it could be from either a genuine company or a cybercriminal trying to trick you.
- A Security ______ is an identified occurrence within a system, service, or network that may be security relevant.
9 Clues: What is celebrated in October? • Information is accessible to authorized users. • Information is accurate, complete, and reliable. • Button in Outlook to report suspicious email or phishing in one click. • ________ Information must be protected from leaks or accidental exposure. • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2023-10-12
Across
- Tool that helps users create, save, and manage passwords
- Fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages pretending to be from a legitimate source trying to convince you to click on a link
- A phishing attack conducted by phone
- A person who engages in criminal activity by means of computers or the internet
Down
- Being protected against criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this
- Multifactor Authentication
- A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain access to something
- Use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential or personal information
- Malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
9 Clues: Multifactor Authentication • A phishing attack conducted by phone • Tool that helps users create, save, and manage passwords • A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain access to something • A person who engages in criminal activity by means of computers or the internet • ...
Cybersecurity Puzzle 2024-10-14
Across
- using historical data and advanced predictive algorithms
- AI- driven systems demonstrate this against evolving threats
- One of the databases used in the study
- a form of network intrusion
- pose an ever-growing challenge to security
Down
- researchers argue that this approach will simplify cybersecurity
- A form of cyber applications of AI bas
- A critical concern against AI systems
- one of the various facets of cyber security
9 Clues: a form of network intrusion • A critical concern against AI systems • A form of cyber applications of AI bas • One of the databases used in the study • pose an ever-growing challenge to security • one of the various facets of cyber security • using historical data and advanced predictive algorithms • AI- driven systems demonstrate this against evolving threats • ...
Cybersecurity crossword 2024-11-07
Across
- A secure network that hides your IP address and encrypts your internet connection to protect privacy.
- An affordable mini-computer for learning.
- A security method that requires two forms of verification
Down
- A software that lets you run different operating systems on the same computer.
- The process of converting information into a code to stop unauthorized access.
- A weakness in a system that can be exploited to gain unauthorized access.
- Software that secretly monitors and collects data without the user's consent.
- Attack where an intruder intercepts to spy on or alter an exchange.
- An attack method that tries all possible combinations to guess a password or encryption key.
9 Clues: An affordable mini-computer for learning. • A security method that requires two forms of verification • Attack where an intruder intercepts to spy on or alter an exchange. • A weakness in a system that can be exploited to gain unauthorized access. • Software that secretly monitors and collects data without the user's consent. • ...
Cybersecurity Puzzle! 2024-12-03
Across
- Unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems.
- A program that protects your computer from viruses
- A network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic.
- A process used to confirm the identity of a user.
Down
- A method of stealing personal information by pretending to be a trustworthy source.
- A type of software designed to harm or exploit systems
- A weak point in a system that can be exploited.
- A secret code used to secure data.
- A person who attempts to gain unauthorized access to networks.
9 Clues: A secret code used to secure data. • A weak point in a system that can be exploited. • A process used to confirm the identity of a user. • A program that protects your computer from viruses • A type of software designed to harm or exploit systems • Unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2025-04-21
Across
- What type of accounts are most likely to get hacked?
- A 13 character password would take about 359,000 ___ to crack
- The method to crack passwords by trying all sorts of combinations
- Over __% of people use passwords of things that are important to them
- "123456" and this are the two most commonly used passwords
Down
- Are at a higher risk of password hacking due to their use of the internet and their risky behaviors
- "_____ stuffing" is when already stolen/leaked information is used to hack into an account
- Who fell victim to a credential stuffing incident in 2020?
- Dictionary attacks use ____ words to try and guess passwords
9 Clues: What type of accounts are most likely to get hacked? • Who fell victim to a credential stuffing incident in 2020? • "123456" and this are the two most commonly used passwords • Dictionary attacks use ____ words to try and guess passwords • A 13 character password would take about 359,000 ___ to crack • ...
klausimai 2023-05-17
Across
- Kas yra „object-oriented programming“?
- Kas yra žurnalavimas?
- Kas yra „data cente?
- Kas yra „software development life cycle“?
- Kas yra „operating system“?
- Kas yra „network protocol“?
- Kas yra „serveris“?
- Kas yra „cloud computing“?
- Kas yra „version control“?
- Kas yra „URL“?
- Kas yra „cybersecurity“?
- Kas yra „cache“?
- Kas yra „cyber attack“?
- Kas yra „bug“
- Kas yra „router“?
- Kas yra „firewall“?
Down
- Kas yra „artificial intelligence“?
- Kas yra „RAM“?
- Kas yra „encryption“?
- Kas yra „HTML“?
- Kas yra „API“?
- Kas yra „data backup“?
- Kas yra „malware“?
- Kas yra „database management system“?
- Kas yra algoritmas
- Kas yra duomenų bazė?
- Kas yra „programming language“?
- Kas yra „data mining“?
- Kas yra „open source“?
- Kas yra „user interface“?
30 Clues: Kas yra „bug“ • Kas yra „RAM“? • Kas yra „API“? • Kas yra „URL“? • Kas yra „HTML“? • Kas yra „cache“? • Kas yra „router“? • Kas yra „malware“? • Kas yra algoritmas • Kas yra „serveris“? • Kas yra „firewall“? • Kas yra „data cente? • Kas yra „encryption“? • Kas yra žurnalavimas? • Kas yra duomenų bazė? • Kas yra „data backup“? • Kas yra „data mining“? • Kas yra „open source“? • Kas yra „cyber attack“? • ...
jihana dwi a_xf 18 2025-04-15
Across
- Platform konten digital
- Scientist / Menganalisis data
- Memblokir akses ke situs atau konten
- Memfilter konten negatif
- Konten video di platform digital
- Memblokir konten negatif
- Hak eksklusif penemuan
- Melindungi karya intelektual dan penemuan
- Izin menggunakan karya orang lain
- Cipta / Melindungi karya intelektual
- Tanda produk atau jasa
- Tag yang membantu mesin pencari
- Versi lama halaman web
- Melindungi sistem dari serangan
- Konten menyebar cepat di media sosial
Down
- Operator pencarian lanjutan
- Memeriksa keaslian konten
- Developer / Mengembangkan situs web
- Memblokir akses ke situs atau konten
- Mengembangkan perangkat lunak
- Cari hasil dari situs tertentu
- Mempengaruhi audiens di media sosial
- Cari file dengan tipe tertentu
- Merancang antarmuka pengguna
- Konten digital yang berubah
25 Clues: Hak eksklusif penemuan • Tanda produk atau jasa • Versi lama halaman web • Platform konten digital • Memfilter konten negatif • Memblokir konten negatif • Memeriksa keaslian konten • Operator pencarian lanjutan • Konten digital yang berubah • Merancang antarmuka pengguna • Scientist / Menganalisis data • Mengembangkan perangkat lunak • Cari hasil dari situs tertentu • ...
Services Marketing - Sec D 2026-03-12
Across
- – Electronic transactions for service payments.
- – Mobile application providing services.
- – Tailoring service experiences for customers.
- – Digital ecosystem for service exchange.
- – Online system connecting service providers and users.
- – Tools used to enhance service delivery.
- – Services delivered via cloud computing.
- – Protection of digital service platforms.
Down
- – Delivering services from remote locations.
- – Service provided through the internet.
- – Adapting services to individual needs.
- – Buying and selling services online.
- – Using data to improve service decisions.
- – Use of technology to perform service tasks.
- – Automated system answering customer queries.
- – Service delivered electronically via digital platforms.
- – Technology enabling intelligent service automation.
- – Healthcare services delivered remotely.
- – Customers participating in value creation.
- – Group collaborating digitally across locations.
20 Clues: – Buying and selling services online. • – Service provided through the internet. • – Adapting services to individual needs. • – Mobile application providing services. • – Digital ecosystem for service exchange. • – Healthcare services delivered remotely. • – Tools used to enhance service delivery. • – Services delivered via cloud computing. • ...
Cybersecurity 3 2024-07-30
Across
- Org at this level perform annual vulnerability scan
- Level 5 in CMM framework
- one of network scanning tool
- ... server - one of the observation class in VA
- ... configuration another observation class in VA
Down
- Team is tasked to conduct testing with objective to break app
- Type of testing which is concerned only with input-output ... box
- PT is by nature ...
- one of the tools used to conduct unauthenticated scan
9 Clues: PT is by nature ... • Level 5 in CMM framework • one of network scanning tool • ... server - one of the observation class in VA • ... configuration another observation class in VA • Org at this level perform annual vulnerability scan • one of the tools used to conduct unauthenticated scan • Team is tasked to conduct testing with objective to break app • ...
CyberSecurity 2 2024-07-24
Across
- New team structure which combines application support and new work
- IAM differentiates between Authenticate and ...
- Non-human identity example
- Category A3 in top 10 application weaknesses
Down
- weakness in application
- Failures related to hardcoded passwords
- faster method of code delivery
- We differentiate betn User and ...
- ISO27000 has 14 different categories of ...
9 Clues: weakness in application • Non-human identity example • faster method of code delivery • We differentiate betn User and ... • Failures related to hardcoded passwords • ISO27000 has 14 different categories of ... • Category A3 in top 10 application weaknesses • IAM differentiates between Authenticate and ... • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2024-10-20
Across
- Irrelevant or inappropriate messages sent over the internet.
- Fraudulent scheme, often involving money or personal information.
- A form of phishing using SMS or text messages.
- Theft Stealing personal or sensitive information without permission.
- Engineering Manipulative techniques to trick people into giving up confidential information.
Down
- Two-factor authentication, an extra layer of security for online accounts.
- Fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information through deceptive emails.
- Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices.
- Unauthorized access to data in a system.
9 Clues: Unauthorized access to data in a system. • A form of phishing using SMS or text messages. • Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices. • Irrelevant or inappropriate messages sent over the internet. • Fraudulent scheme, often involving money or personal information. • Theft Stealing personal or sensitive information without permission. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-09-15
Across
- A secure service that connects to another network remotely.
- Should be made up of upper and lower case letters, special characters and numbers.
- Fraudulent emails or messages tricking people into giving up their personal info.
- Someone who breaks into computer systems to obtain unauthorized access to data.
- When a hacker successfully accesses a network or device vulnerabilities and gains access to the device's files and data.
Down
- A type of malware that spreads through computers and corrupts data and software.
- A type of malware that locks users out of their computer in exchange for a ransom.
- A malware that gathers information about a person or organization without their permission.
- Unauthorized access to or from a private network is prevented by this hardware/software.
9 Clues: A secure service that connects to another network remotely. • Someone who breaks into computer systems to obtain unauthorized access to data. • A type of malware that spreads through computers and corrupts data and software. • Fraudulent emails or messages tricking people into giving up their personal info. • ...
Cybersecurity Awarenemss 2025-10-13
Across
- A secret word of phrase used to login to an account.
- phishing attack delivered via text message
- Acronym for Business Email COmpromise, an attack that takes over your business email address
- Fraud that comes from someone inside the organization such as an employee or contractor
- Type of malware that spreads across systems without needing user interaction, also used to bait a hook to catch fish.
Down
- Abbreviation for a Payment Card Industry Data Standard for handling credit card data.
- Voice based phishing attack where scammers impersonate trusted sources over the phone.
- Manipulating people into giving up confidential information through deception or impersonation
- Cyberattack which tricks users into revealing information through fake emails and websites
9 Clues: phishing attack delivered via text message • A secret word of phrase used to login to an account. • Abbreviation for a Payment Card Industry Data Standard for handling credit card data. • Voice based phishing attack where scammers impersonate trusted sources over the phone. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2025-10-12
Across
- Online criminal who tries to steal data
- Always make your password ---- to guess.
- Your secret word to get into an account.
- Online criminal who tries to steal data
Down
- What you should save or copy your files onto (like an external drive).
- A trick where someone pretends to be a company to get your info.
- A bad software that makes your computer sick (like a cold).
- The opposite of strong; a quick-to-guess secret word.
- A scam where bad people trick you for information.
9 Clues: Online criminal who tries to steal data • Always make your password ---- to guess. • Your secret word to get into an account. • Online criminal who tries to steal data • A scam where bad people trick you for information. • The opposite of strong; a quick-to-guess secret word. • A bad software that makes your computer sick (like a cold). • ...
Majors and Concentrations 2022-01-26
Across
- learns to protect on a digital platform
- the scientific study of mind and behavior
- works with chemicals and beakers
- spends a lot of time with a calculator
- studies the ocean
- synthesizes math science and creativity to build things
Down
- studies how to effectively target consumers
- synthesizes biology and chemistry
- clinicals are part of the program
- studies the past
- lights...camera...action!
- the study of living organisms
12 Clues: studies the past • studies the ocean • lights...camera...action! • the study of living organisms • works with chemicals and beakers • synthesizes biology and chemistry • clinicals are part of the program • spends a lot of time with a calculator • learns to protect on a digital platform • the scientific study of mind and behavior • studies how to effectively target consumers • ...
NAVFAC Capabilities 2023-02-16
Across
- NEPA regulations requirement
- ________ Handling Ashore Procurement
- ________Facilities and Equipment Engineering
- Protection against criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data
- Basic physical and organizational structures and facilities
- Real Estate _________ and Management
Down
- _______ and Facilities Operations
- _________ Vehicles provide transportation services
- Relating to impact of human activity on the natural world
- Proposed or planned undertaking
- NAVFAC Capabilities: ______ & Construction
- Detailed coordination of a complex operation involving people, facilities, or supplies.
12 Clues: NEPA regulations requirement • Proposed or planned undertaking • _______ and Facilities Operations • ________ Handling Ashore Procurement • Real Estate _________ and Management • NAVFAC Capabilities: ______ & Construction • ________Facilities and Equipment Engineering • _________ Vehicles provide transportation services • ...
Cybersecurity Month 2022-07-29
Across
- A specifically configured server, also known as decoy server, designed to attract and monitor intruders in a manner such that their actions do not affect production systems
- A malware software that seems legitimate enough that users voluntarily install them onto their computers, allowing the malware to infect their systems.
- a form of cyberattack that infect and spread through computer systems without an action from the user; they can operate on their own and spread by exploiting vulnerabilities within the victim's operating system
- A large number of compromised computers that are used to create and send spam or viruses or flood a network with messages such as a denial-of-service attack
- Finding and exploiting vulnerabilities in a system or on a website
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- The process of taking an unencrypted message (plaintext), applying a mathematical function to it (encryption algorithm with a key) and producing an encrypted message (ciphertext)
- This is a type of electronic mail (email) attack that attempts to convince a user that the originator is genuine, by with the intention of obtaining information for use in social engineering
- A highly sophisticated cyber threat as criminals work hard to make spoofed emails and websites appear as realistic and possible
- disrupts computer operations, gathers sensitive information or gains access to private computer systems through the use of code, scripts, active content and other forms of software; abbreviation for malicious software
9 Clues: Finding and exploiting vulnerabilities in a system or on a website • A highly sophisticated cyber threat as criminals work hard to make spoofed emails and websites appear as realistic and possible • A malware software that seems legitimate enough that users voluntarily install them onto their computers, allowing the malware to infect their systems. • ...
Cybersecurity Ylan 2024-11-07
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- A test used to verify if a user is human and not a robot.
- A program that protects your computer from viruses.
- Network of devices connected to the internet to exchange data.
- A company that makes equipment and software to help connect and protect computer networks.
- A secret part of the internet, often used for anonymous activities.
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- A unique number that identifies a computer or device on the internet or a network.
- A protocol used to connect and control a remote computer.
- A secret word or code to log in.
- A person who tries to break into computers illegally.
9 Clues: A secret word or code to log in. • A program that protects your computer from viruses. • A person who tries to break into computers illegally. • A protocol used to connect and control a remote computer. • A test used to verify if a user is human and not a robot. • Network of devices connected to the internet to exchange data. • ...
Cybersecurity Fundamental Chapter 7 2024-06-05
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- A model used in cybersecurity to describe the stages of an information systems attack.
- Enhancing the security of an individual computer system by securing the operating system, implementing antivirus solutions, and using host-based security tools like firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
- The first stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker gathers information about the target to find vulnerabilities that can be exploited later.
- The process of securing network devices by implementing proven methods such as securing administrative access, maintaining strong passwords, and using secure communication protocols to protect against vulnerabilities and attacks.
- A technology used for tracking and identifying objects using radio waves.
- The fifth stage in the Kill Chain where malware and backdoors are installed on the target system, allowing the attacker to maintain access.
- The second stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker creates an exploit and malicious payload to use against the target.
- The fourth stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker executes the exploit to take advantage of a vulnerability in the target system.
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- The process of improving the security of servers by managing remote access, securing privileged accounts, and monitoring services to prevent unauthorized access and attacks.
- The sixth stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker establishes remote control over the compromised target through a command and control channel or server.
- Measures taken to protect physical assets such as network devices, servers, and other infrastructure components from physical threats like theft, vandalism, and natural disasters.
- Implementing security measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. This includes file access control and other techniques to protect data from unauthorized access and corruption.
- The final stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker performs malicious actions such as information theft or launching additional attacks from within the network.
- The third stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker sends the exploit and malicious payload to the target, typically through email or other methods.
- Refers to the area or scope of cybersecurity activities and responsibilities, encompassing the protection of systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.
- Measures and practices used to secure end devices such as workstations, servers, IP phones, and access points within a network.
16 Clues: A technology used for tracking and identifying objects using radio waves. • A model used in cybersecurity to describe the stages of an information systems attack. • The second stage in the Kill Chain where the attacker creates an exploit and malicious payload to use against the target. • ...
Jenny and Nate 2023-01-19
Across
- Jenny is the _________ of her siblings
- What God has _______, let not man separate
- State where honeymoon will be
- Relationship of flower girl (Esther) to Jenny
- Name of wedding venue
- ”Mawiage, mawiage, is what ______ us together today”
- Nate’s birthday month
- Jenny's major
- The couple's favorite author, hint: Narnia
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- _____ is patient and kind
- Nate’s hometown, hint: rhymes with “mutton”
- Jenny played this sport in high school
- Nate plays this instrument
- Nate's major
- The formal event to declare a marriage
- Jenny’s birthday month
- First date, hint: Omaha Art Museum
- You may now _____ the bride
- Who drinks coffee black? Him or her
- Class Nate and Jenny met in
20 Clues: Nate's major • Jenny's major • Name of wedding venue • Nate’s birthday month • Jenny’s birthday month • _____ is patient and kind • Nate plays this instrument • You may now _____ the bride • Class Nate and Jenny met in • State where honeymoon will be • First date, hint: Omaha Art Museum • Who drinks coffee black? Him or her • Jenny is the _________ of her siblings • ...
Семинар 4 Ш.Ирмүүн B25FA2204 2026-02-26
Across
- Displays images and text
- Error in a program
- Step-by-step problem-solving procedure
- A collection of saved information
- Information produced by a computer
- Unprepared raw facts
- Physical components of a computer
- Data entered into a computer
- Programs and applications that run on a computer
- To enter a system
- Type of learning
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- Computer that provides services to others
- One of the most famous AI
- Process of verifying user identity
- Copy of data stored for recovery
- Place where data is kept
- Processed data with meaning
- Organized collection of structured data
- A person who uses a computer
- Protection of digital systems and data
20 Clues: Type of learning • To enter a system • Error in a program • Unprepared raw facts • Displays images and text • Place where data is kept • One of the most famous AI • Processed data with meaning • Data entered into a computer • A person who uses a computer • Copy of data stored for recovery • A collection of saved information • Physical components of a computer • ...
Future of Technology 2025-11-17
Across
- Popular cryptocurrency abbreviation
- Study of genes and DNA manipulation
- Immersive computer-generated environment
- Securing data by encoding information
- Machines that perform tasks autonomously
- Decentralized digital ledger technology
- A city enhanced with IoT technology
- Group of autonomous robots or drones working together
- Digital currency and related technologies
- Next generation mobile network after 5G
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- Energy from sustainable sources
- Technology enabling space travel and exploration
- Study of biological systems used in future medicine
- Brain–computer interface technology
- Discarded electronic devices
- AI systems that learn from data
- Advanced computing using qubits
- Augmented reality technology
- Protection of computers and networks
- Technology using extremely small particles
20 Clues: Discarded electronic devices • Augmented reality technology • Energy from sustainable sources • AI systems that learn from data • Advanced computing using qubits • Popular cryptocurrency abbreviation • Brain–computer interface technology • Study of genes and DNA manipulation • A city enhanced with IoT technology • Protection of computers and networks • ...
JD 2024-12-20
60 Clues: 1 • b • c • 3 • a • v • k • x • i • j • t • 7 • z • 6 • 2 • d • p • m • 5 • f • 4 • y • l • o • j • u • s • 8 • w • g • 9 • e • n • h • q • r • 24 • 30 • 32 • 28 • 10 • 31 • 19 • 27 • 23 • 20 • 22 • 14 • 25 • 12 • 26 • 15 • 18 • 13 • 33 • 16 • 17 • 21 • 29 • 11
Future of Technology 2025-11-17
Across
- Next generation mobile network after 5G
- Protection of computers and networks
- Technology enabling space travel and exploration
- Group of autonomous robots or drones working together
- Discarded electronic devices
- Digital currency and related technologies
- Decentralized digital ledger technology
- Study of genes and DNA manipulation
- Machines that perform tasks autonomously
- Securing data by encoding information
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- Immersive computer-generated environment
- A city enhanced with IoT technology
- Augmented reality technology
- Technology using extremely small particles
- Popular cryptocurrency abbreviation
- AI systems that learn from data
- Advanced computing using qubits
- Study of biological systems used in future medicine
- Brain–computer interface technology
- Energy from sustainable sources
20 Clues: Augmented reality technology • Discarded electronic devices • AI systems that learn from data • Advanced computing using qubits • Energy from sustainable sources • A city enhanced with IoT technology • Popular cryptocurrency abbreviation • Study of genes and DNA manipulation • Brain–computer interface technology • Protection of computers and networks • ...
Spanish-English Tech Words (Use - to separate words) 2025-11-21
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- Plataforma
- Obsoleto
- Datos
- (Realidad Virutal)
- Motor de busqueda
- Tecnofobo
- Inalamambrico
- Punto de acceso
- Iniciar Session
- Caerse
- Captura de pantalla
- Cargar
- copia de seguridad
- Descargar
- Servidor
- Permitir
- Mejorar
- DEVELOPER Desorallador de software
- Provedor de Internet
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- DEVICE Dispositivo Inteligente
- Estar en Linea
- Actualizar
- Tecnologia Ponible
- Adjuntar
- Navegar
- Adricululares
- Ciberseguridad
- Artilugio / Aparato
- BROWSER Navegador
- Gama
- Alta tecnologia
- Red Social
- Registrarse
- Abarcar
- Rastrear
- Ultima Generacion
- Experto Technologico
- Amplio
- Interfaz amigable
- Software Gratuito
40 Clues: Gama • Datos • Caerse • Cargar • Amplio • Navegar • Abarcar • Mejorar • Adjuntar • Obsoleto • Rastrear • Servidor • Permitir • Tecnofobo • Descargar • Plataforma • Actualizar • Red Social • Registrarse • Adricululares • Inalamambrico • Estar en Linea • Ciberseguridad • Alta tecnologia • Punto de acceso • Iniciar Session • Motor de busqueda • BROWSER Navegador • Ultima Generacion • Interfaz amigable • Software Gratuito • Tecnologia Ponible • ...
Internet Safety Crossword 2021-02-11
Across
- someone who witnesses but doesn't participate
- a person who stands up for someone else
- footprint information about a person found online
- if something makes you feel sad or uncomfortable tell a _______ adult trusted
- bullying using technology
- information information that can identify someone
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- securing information on the internet
- good manners online
- can be trusted
- software intended to do damage to computers
- too much information
11 Clues: can be trusted • good manners online • too much information • bullying using technology • securing information on the internet • a person who stands up for someone else • software intended to do damage to computers • someone who witnesses but doesn't participate • footprint information about a person found online • information information that can identify someone • ...
it work 2023-03-24
Across
- pocket sized computer
- information
- data entered into and received by a computer
- practice of protecting a system from digital attacks
- gaining unauthorized access to a system or account
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- a programming language
- how a computer displays data
- data that sits outside of the trend
- fraudulent emails sent to obtain personal information
- method of data depiction
10 Clues: information • pocket sized computer • a programming language • method of data depiction • how a computer displays data • data that sits outside of the trend • data entered into and received by a computer • gaining unauthorized access to a system or account • practice of protecting a system from digital attacks • fraudulent emails sent to obtain personal information
Lilly and Shehan 2024-08-16
Across
- Couples' Favorite country
- Groom's favorite video game
- The groom was the captain of this sport in school
- Brides first workplace
- What field does the groom work in
- Where they first met
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- Brides Favorite Food
- Groom's best friend
- Something the bride loves to do
- What did the bride give for the grooms friends to win their approval
- The groom killed this animal out of cute aggression
- where the bride works
- Brides favorite dance move
13 Clues: Groom's best friend • Brides Favorite Food • Where they first met • where the bride works • Brides first workplace • Couples' Favorite country • Brides favorite dance move • Groom's favorite video game • Something the bride loves to do • What field does the groom work in • The groom was the captain of this sport in school • The groom killed this animal out of cute aggression • ...
April Issue Highlights 2022-04-14
8 Clues: ex. HEPA • what a doctor treats • found behind the wall • protects a user's data • down, slowing down usage • often used in food storage • show, type of industry event • a special joint to prevent something from coming apart
Department of Homeland Security Crossword 2024-03-17
8 Clues: Why DOH was created • One strength; quickly • One weakness; complex rules • One strength; brings together • One weakness; limits on funding • Protecting critical infrastructure • Identifying and mitigating terrorist threats • Department which helps guards the USA from threats
dgeconomy 2025-03-12
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- Fifth-generation wireless technology
- Protection of digital systems from cyber threats
- Large and complex data sets
- A newly established business
- Secure and decentralized digital ledger
- Immersive virtual reality technology
- Use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention
- Technology overlaying digital images onto the real world
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- Electronic system for storing and making transactions
- Internet-based computing services
- Digital or virtual currency
- Technology-driven financial services
- Online buying and selling of goods and services
- Network of connected smart devices
- Machines performing human-like intelligence tasks
15 Clues: Digital or virtual currency • Large and complex data sets • A newly established business • Internet-based computing services • Network of connected smart devices • Fifth-generation wireless technology • Technology-driven financial services • Immersive virtual reality technology • Secure and decentralized digital ledger • Online buying and selling of goods and services • ...
Browsing safety 2025-05-28
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- illegal way of gaining money
- technology designed to protect data,networks,programs
- bullying any person online
- hoaxing or misleading someone
- misusing someone's personal information
- criminal activity generally done to harm someone
- developed to make binary more compact
- computer language with 16 digits
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- programme designed to remove viruses
- program that disrupts the normal functioning of a computer
- software preventing unauthorized access to our computer
- illegally entering a device or network
- sending the user an email misleading him
- dating a young individual online
- only language understood by computers
15 Clues: bullying any person online • illegal way of gaining money • hoaxing or misleading someone • dating a young individual online • computer language with 16 digits • programme designed to remove viruses • only language understood by computers • developed to make binary more compact • illegally entering a device or network • misusing someone's personal information • ...
Production & Process 2024-07-11
Across
- a series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end result
- Teddy Swims loses this
- American painter Norman _______
- abbreviation for digital transformation
- continually rhymes with domination
- large scale industrial production
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- protection from digital attacks
- "baby you can _____ my car"
- for indicating, measuring, and recording physical quantities
- Cirrus, Stratus, Cumulus to name a few
- setting standards for controls and automation
- should always be first
12 Clues: Teddy Swims loses this • should always be first • "baby you can _____ my car" • protection from digital attacks • American painter Norman _______ • large scale industrial production • continually rhymes with domination • Cirrus, Stratus, Cumulus to name a few • abbreviation for digital transformation • setting standards for controls and automation • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-12-16
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- a relatively new cyberattack technique that injects malicious code within digital ads
- a malware type in which security mechanism is bypassed to access a system
- a type of malware which replicates from one computer to another
- refer to the weak point in software code which can be exploited by a threat actor. They are most commonly found in an application like SaaS (Software as a service) software.
- the person who explores methods for breaching defenses and exploiting weaknesses in a computer system or network
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- a type of malware from cryptovirology that threatens to publish the victim's personal data or permanently block access to it unless a ransom is paid
- a cybercrime that happens when someone impersonates a trusted contact or brand, pretending to be someone you trust in order to access sensitive personal information
- refers to any intrusive software developed by cybercriminals (often called “hackers”) to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
- an attack that attempts to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information on websites that pretend to be legitimate
9 Clues: a type of malware which replicates from one computer to another • a malware type in which security mechanism is bypassed to access a system • a relatively new cyberattack technique that injects malicious code within digital ads • the person who explores methods for breaching defenses and exploiting weaknesses in a computer system or network • ...
Cybersecurity vocab 2021-09-28
Across
- available to anyone
- The process of validating a user.
- A type of hacking that uses every combination or guess to gain authorization.
- when users cycle through multiple roles.
- when trust relationship is considered two way.
- used to decrypt data and given to one person.
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- what you leave behind on the internet.
- the measurement or analysis of a biological feature to validate a user.
- when credentials are falsely authorized.
9 Clues: available to anyone • The process of validating a user. • what you leave behind on the internet. • when credentials are falsely authorized. • when users cycle through multiple roles. • used to decrypt data and given to one person. • when trust relationship is considered two way. • the measurement or analysis of a biological feature to validate a user. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-02-15
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- A method cyber criminals use to lure you into giving away personal information by disguising as people you trust
- The practice of defending computers, mobile devices and IT systems against cyber criminals
- A series of letters, numbers and symbols to protect your device and online accounts
- The act of using more than one type of information to identify who you are in order to grant access to your online account
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- A type of malware that blocks access to computer file until a ransom is paid
- A type of code or programme that can cause your device to slow down or malfunction
- The act of ensuring your account/device is using the latest software
- An icon that suggests the website is safe
- A dishonest scheme to cheat you of your data or money
9 Clues: An icon that suggests the website is safe • A dishonest scheme to cheat you of your data or money • The act of ensuring your account/device is using the latest software • A type of malware that blocks access to computer file until a ransom is paid • A type of code or programme that can cause your device to slow down or malfunction • ...
Cybersecurity Month 2016-10-03
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- A highly skilled computer expert involved with circumvention of computer security
- Defrauding an online account holder of personal or financial information by posing as a legitimate company, typically via a fake email
- A type of malware that is often disguised as legitimate software
- Software that is intended to damage or disable computers and computer systems
- A part of a computer network that is designed to block unauthorized access while permitting outward communication
- Code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data
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- A type of fraud that targets high-profile end users such as C-level corporate executives, politicians and celebrities
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
- A self-replicating computer program that penetrates an operating system with the intent of spreading malicious code
9 Clues: A type of malware that is often disguised as legitimate software • Software that is intended to damage or disable computers and computer systems • A highly skilled computer expert involved with circumvention of computer security • A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-05-10
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- malware that spreads by users from an infected device to the rest of the devices on a system
- pretending to be someone you trust in order to get you to visit a fake site and enter private info
- malicious software including viruses and ransomware running on your device
- unethical distribution of mass digital messages
- that accesses or controls a device without being detected
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- when someone steals your personal info and uses it for fraud
- a type of virus that does not rely on users to copy and paste but can replicate itself once in a system
- malware that prevents you from accessing your files and demands money for their return
- malware disguised as a trusted source that convinces a user to open a link or attachment
9 Clues: unethical distribution of mass digital messages • that accesses or controls a device without being detected • when someone steals your personal info and uses it for fraud • malicious software including viruses and ransomware running on your device • malware that prevents you from accessing your files and demands money for their return • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-09-28
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- A software installed on your computer that's used to keep intruders out.
- The _____ Man is an award winning security awareness series on KnowBe4.
- Virtual Private network
- A Data ____ is when a hacker successfully attacks a business, gaining control of it's network.
- If your computer gets this, it could change, corrupt, or destroy information.
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- Two-factor _________ is an extra layer of protection used to ensure the security of online accounts..
- Wi-Fi Access points that allow users to connect to the internet while away from home. Can be vulnerable to threats.
- A scam where a hacker poses as a legitimate business or organization in order to fool someone into giving over their personal information.
- A name commonly given to unsolicited emails
9 Clues: Virtual Private network • A name commonly given to unsolicited emails • The _____ Man is an award winning security awareness series on KnowBe4. • A software installed on your computer that's used to keep intruders out. • If your computer gets this, it could change, corrupt, or destroy information. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-09-14
Across
- Protecting your online data and information.
- Learning about online threats and how to protect against them.
- A protective barrier for your computer or network
- Malicious software that can harm your computer.
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- Sending deceptive emails to trick people into revealing information.
- Unauthorized access to someone's computer or accounts.
- The practice of tracking and monitoring online activities.
- A secret code used to access your online accounts
- Keeping your personal information and data safe.
9 Clues: Protecting your online data and information. • Malicious software that can harm your computer. • Keeping your personal information and data safe. • A secret code used to access your online accounts • A protective barrier for your computer or network • Unauthorized access to someone's computer or accounts. • The practice of tracking and monitoring online activities. • ...
Crossword: Cybersecurity 2023-11-09
Across
- the current era characterized by widespread use of digital technology
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
- a computer program that records every keystroke made by a computer user,
- concept of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from theft, damage, or unauthorized access
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- a type of disk storage composed of a thin and flexible disk of a magnetic storage medium
- Malicious software designed to spread from one computer to another
- a type of crime involving a computer or a computer network
- various types of malicious software, including viruses, worms, and spyware.
- process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access
9 Clues: a type of crime involving a computer or a computer network • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data. • Malicious software designed to spread from one computer to another • the current era characterized by widespread use of digital technology • a computer program that records every keystroke made by a computer user, • ...
Automotive cybersecurity 2025-08-05
Across
- group represents the characteristics of a vulnerability that may change over time.
- Control the body and disable the braking system.
- Track the vehicle, open the door, start the engine, and drive away.
- The requirement for users to participate in the compromise of a vulnerable component.
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- effects of an exploited vulnerability on the component.
- The context by which vulnerability is being attacked.
- The conditions that must exist to exploit the vulnerability
- Connected vehicles invades location privacy.
- level is an essential factor for vulnerability prioritization.
9 Clues: Connected vehicles invades location privacy. • Control the body and disable the braking system. • The context by which vulnerability is being attacked. • effects of an exploited vulnerability on the component. • The conditions that must exist to exploit the vulnerability • level is an essential factor for vulnerability prioritization. • ...
Cybersecurity (Ans) 2025-08-01
Across
- _____es infect you and make you sick
- A piece of material used to mend a weak point
- A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger
- In greek mythology, there was a wooden horse called the ______ horse.
- An invertebrate animal with long, slender soft bodies and no limbs.
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- The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Sounds like 'fishing'
- To make use of a situation in a way considered unfair
- Opposite of defend
9 Clues: Opposite of defend • Sounds like 'fishing' • _____es infect you and make you sick • A piece of material used to mend a weak point • A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger • To make use of a situation in a way considered unfair • An invertebrate animal with long, slender soft bodies and no limbs. • ...
Cybersecurity puzzle 2024-09-15
Across
- Always make sure your software is _____. (7 letters)
- The bad software that locks your files until you pay money. (9 letters)
- A special word or code used to protect accounts. (8 letters)
- A program that can harm your computer. (5 letters)
- A device we use to connect to the internet. (8 letters)
- A trick someone uses online to get your personal information. (7 letters)
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- Don’t open suspicious _____. They might have viruses. (7 letters)
- Keep your _____ private and never share it with others. (8 letters)
- Software that helps protect your computer from bad programs. (10 letters)
9 Clues: A program that can harm your computer. (5 letters) • Always make sure your software is _____. (7 letters) • A device we use to connect to the internet. (8 letters) • A special word or code used to protect accounts. (8 letters) • Don’t open suspicious _____. They might have viruses. (7 letters) • Keep your _____ private and never share it with others. (8 letters) • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2024-10-20
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- Fraudulent scheme, often involving money or personal information.
- Stealing personal or sensitive information without permission.
- Fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information through deceptive emails.
- Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices.
Down
- A form of phishing using SMS or text messages.
- Two-factor authentication, an extra layer of security for online accounts.
- Unauthorized access to data in a system.
- Manipulative techniques to trick people into giving up confidential information.
- Irrelevant or inappropriate messages sent over the internet.
9 Clues: Unauthorized access to data in a system. • A form of phishing using SMS or text messages. • Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices. • Irrelevant or inappropriate messages sent over the internet. • Stealing personal or sensitive information without permission. • Fraudulent scheme, often involving money or personal information. • ...
Computer Basics 2023-04-06
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- email scam
- computers talking to computers
- a computer used for math
- instructions for a computer online
- online protection from hackers
- shortcut for linking in a document
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- a common output from typing or drawing
- a set of step-by-step instructions
- an input device with letters and numbers
- people that try to take your online inforamtion
- a websites name
- most used search engine
- device that takes an input and gives an output
13 Clues: email scam • a websites name • most used search engine • a computer used for math • computers talking to computers • online protection from hackers • a set of step-by-step instructions • instructions for a computer online • shortcut for linking in a document • a common output from typing or drawing • an input device with letters and numbers • ...
How Well do You Know the Couple 2026-04-10
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- Where did the groom serve his mission
- Sealing Temple
- The groom's last name
- Favorite date activity: painting ____
- Number of classes they've taken together
- The bride's favorite state
- The couple's favorite dance style
- The bride's maiden name
- Where the bride and groom first met
- The only member of the bride's family allowed to call the groom "Ken"
- What state was the bride born in
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- The bride is afraid of what insect?
- The groom's major
- The bride's major
- The groom's home state
- Where the groom proposed
- What is the groom afraid of?
- Month they are getting married
18 Clues: Sealing Temple • The groom's major • The bride's major • The groom's last name • The groom's home state • The bride's maiden name • Where the groom proposed • The bride's favorite state • What is the groom afraid of? • Month they are getting married • What state was the bride born in • The couple's favorite dance style • The bride is afraid of what insect? • ...
ILOVEYOU Virus 2025-03-27
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- Process after the virus attack
- What the virus did to data
- Method to prevent malicious emails
- ILOVEYOU’s lasting impact on cybersecurity
- Email provider impacted
- Key strategy in the virus’s success
- Scale of the ILOVEYOU virus impact
- Email client targeted for spreading
- Country where the virus originated
- Language exploited in the attack
- Alleged author of the virus
- Self-replicating malware type
- File included in the malicious email
- How the virus moved between systems
- Software designed to detect and remove threats
- Mass email tactic used by the virus
- Term for amateur hackers
- Primary method of infection
- Another name for the ILOVEYOU virus
- UK government entity affected
- Trickery used to deceive victims
- Security measure against malware
- Company whose software was affected
Down
- The virus affected computers worldwide
- Set of programming instructions
- Impact of the virus on files
- General term for harmful software
- Fix used to prevent infection
- Unauthorized system access
- One of the virus’s creators
- How some perceived the virus at first
- Disguised malware that tricks users
- Programming language used in the virus
- Malicious software that spreads between computers
- Windows component altered by the virus
- Term for computers affected by malware
- Investigated the virus attack
- Industry responding to the attack
- How the virus damaged files
- US government organization affected
- Characteristic of the ILOVEYOU virus
- Effect on user files
- Infamous computer worm from 2000
- Operating system vulnerable to the virus
- Microsoft’s email service affected
- Malicious digital assault
- Automation process exploited by the virus
- Deceptive practice related to cybercrime
- ILOVEYOU email subject line
49 Clues: Effect on user files • Email provider impacted • Term for amateur hackers • Malicious digital assault • What the virus did to data • Unauthorized system access • One of the virus’s creators • How the virus damaged files • Alleged author of the virus • Primary method of infection • ILOVEYOU email subject line • Impact of the virus on files • Fix used to prevent infection • ...
Spanish-English Tech Words (Use - to separate words) 2025-11-21
Across
- Actualizar
- Inalamambrico
- Permitir
- Red Social
- Caerse
- Amplio
- Servidor
- Gama
- Obsoleto
- Provedor de Internet
- Interfaz amigable
- Cargar
- Copia de seguridad
- Adjuntar
- Ultima Generacion
- Alta tecnologia
- Navegar
- Ciberseguridad
- Registrarse
Down
- Tecnologia Ponible
- Mejorar
- Abarcar
- Artilugio / Aparato
- (Realidad Virutal)
- Motor de busqueda
- Rastrear
- Captura de pantalla
- Software Gratuito
- Desorallador de software
- Estar en Linea
- Plataforma
- DEVICE Dispositivo Inteligente
- Iniciar Session
- Navegador
- Descargar
- Tecnofobo
- Datos
- Punto de acceso
- Experto Technologico
- Adricululares
40 Clues: Gama • Datos • Caerse • Amplio • Cargar • Mejorar • Abarcar • Navegar • Rastrear • Permitir • Servidor • Obsoleto • Adjuntar • Navegador • Descargar • Tecnofobo • Actualizar • Red Social • Plataforma • Registrarse • Inalamambrico • Adricululares • Estar en Linea • Ciberseguridad • Iniciar Session • Punto de acceso • Alta tecnologia • Motor de busqueda • Software Gratuito • Interfaz amigable • Ultima Generacion • Tecnologia Ponible • ...
Hack me! 2025-01-29
7 Clues: what infosec manages • free password manager • another word for infosec • read something encrypted • hash, but without potatoes • antivirus, global outage in '24 • common encoding for sending data
Cyberpatriot 2023-02-08
Across
- gives instructions on what to do
- protection of digital assets
- where users are sorted and adjusted
- protects against incoming cyberattacks
Down
- the scrambling of data to protect it
- gives points for answering questions
- where the competition takes place
- file disguised as something else
- software with ill intents
9 Clues: software with ill intents • protection of digital assets • file disguised as something else • gives instructions on what to do • where the competition takes place • where users are sorted and adjusted • the scrambling of data to protect it • gives points for answering questions • protects against incoming cyberattacks
Cyber Security Awareness 2025-04-07
Across
- The act of attempting to crack passwords or keys through exhaustive attempts
- Indian cybersecurity nodal agency
- A person who gains unauthorized access to data
- An Act to provide for the processing of digital personal data
- Phishing attack that uses QR codes to deceive victims and steal sensitive information
- Malicious tool that records keystrokes
- Cyberattack where a cybercriminal pretends to be a trusted entity or individual to gain unauthorised access to sensitive systems, data
- Cyber cell governed by MHA
- Ministry responsible for cybersecurity in India
- An Attack technique used by cybercriminals to steal sensitive financial information from individuals and businesses without their knowledge
- Cybercriminals pose as law enforcement officers or government officials and contact individuals
- Fix released to remove software vulnerabilities
Down
- A type of software designed to damage or disrupt systems
- A fake site mimicking a legitimate one
- Data encrypted to prevent unauthorized access
- Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) portal, which helps users report fraudulent phone numbers
- Attack where users are tricked into giving up confidential info
- Type of attack exploiting human psychology
- Unwanted software designed to throw ads
- Powerful technology merging "deep learning" and "fake“, can be used to create incredibly realistic manipulated media
- Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) portal, which helps users to report suspicious incoming international calls
- India's initiative for citizen cyber hygiene and digital cleanliness
- Type of software that tracks user activity without consent
- Cyber Crisis Management Plan
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Unwanted or unsolicited emails, often used for phishing
- Organization responsible for critical infra protection in India
- Indian law governing IT offences
28 Clues: Cyber cell governed by MHA • Multi-Factor Authentication • Cyber Crisis Management Plan • Indian law governing IT offences • Indian cybersecurity nodal agency • A fake site mimicking a legitimate one • Malicious tool that records keystrokes • Unwanted software designed to throw ads • Type of attack exploiting human psychology • Data encrypted to prevent unauthorized access • ...
Chapter 2 - Cybersecurity Threat Landscape 2025-09-08
Across
- attacks seeking to extort money or other concessions from victims by threatening to release sensitive information or launching further attacks
- the set of activities and resources available to cybersecurity professionals seeking to learn about changes in the threat environment
- attack that attempts to compromise devices, systems, or software before it even reaches the organization
- attacks motivated by organizations seeking to steal secret information from other organizations
- attack that occurs when an employee, contractor, vendor, or other individual with authorized access to information and systems uses that access to wage an attack
- a geographic view of threat intelligence
- an anonymous network created through encryption technology and often used for illicit activity
- attacks by actors hacking into either foreign governments or corporations
- attacks motivated by a desire to get even with an individual or organization by exacting retribution against them
- attacks seeking to take down or interrupt critical systems or networks
- term for attackers who use hacking techniques but have limited skills; aka script kiddie
- threat actor that comes from within our own environment
Down
- attacks motivated by a desire to expose vulnerabilities and improve security
- attack in which access to sensitive information is gained and then removed from an organization
- attacker who uses hacking techniques to accomplish an activist goal
- includes information like the severity, fixes, and other information useful for both attackers and defenders
- the path or means by which an attack can gain access to a target in order to cause harm
- threat actor that exists outside organizations: competitors, criminals, and the curious
- threat intelligence that is acquired from publicly available sources
- attacks on a system that exploits vulnerabilities that are unknown to others, including the vendor
- the study of the methods used by cybersecurity adversaries when engaging in attacks
21 Clues: a geographic view of threat intelligence • threat actor that comes from within our own environment • attacker who uses hacking techniques to accomplish an activist goal • threat intelligence that is acquired from publicly available sources • attacks seeking to take down or interrupt critical systems or networks • ...
March 2026 2026-02-26
Across
- A threat exploiting a flaw
- Unauthorised entry to access attempt
- Official organisation rules or guidelines
- To label information based on sensitivity
- Sensitive information that must be secured
- Potential dangers to an organisation
- Steps to reduce risk exposure
- Protecting systems from malicious digital attacks (two words)
- Ongoing observation of systems or environments
Down
- Used to control physical entry (two words)
- Inspections or evaluations of controls
- Limiting who can enter a system or facility
- Proof of who someone is
- Measures to protect people, information and assets
- Verifying a user's identity
15 Clues: Proof of who someone is • A threat exploiting a flaw • Verifying a user's identity • Steps to reduce risk exposure • Unauthorised entry to access attempt • Potential dangers to an organisation • Inspections or evaluations of controls • Official organisation rules or guidelines • To label information based on sensitivity • Used to control physical entry (two words) • ...
Tackett Wedding 2026-05-01
Across
- Number of years the couple has been together
- The university they both attended
- Bride's middle name
- First name of the best man
- The city where the bride was born
- Bride's total number of aunts (including greats!)
- The country where they pan to honeymoon
Down
- The state the groom grew up in
- Name of the couple's cat
- Groom's profession
- The city where the couple met
- Groom's favorite video game
- First name of the maid of honor
- The sport the bride played in high school
- Groom's birth month
15 Clues: Groom's profession • Bride's middle name • Groom's birth month • Name of the couple's cat • First name of the best man • Groom's favorite video game • The city where the couple met • The state the groom grew up in • First name of the maid of honor • The university they both attended • The city where the bride was born • The country where they pan to honeymoon • ...
