cybersecurity Crossword Puzzles
CYBERSECURITY DECEMBER 2, 2023 2023-12-03
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- A deceptive practice where a person or program successfully masquerades as another.
- A field within cybersecurity that uses investigative techniques to identify and store evidence from a computer device (2 words).
- Describes data that requires power to maintain its contents.
- a fundamental unit of data in computer networking and data communication.
- An authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource. MFA
- an advanced security technology that builds upon the functionality of an IDS. It not only detects suspicious or malicious activities but also takes proactive measures to block or mitigate them in real-time.
- A documented, structured approach for handling security breaches, and cyber threats. (3 words)
- A technology that allows you to create a secure connection over a less secure network, such as the internet. It can also mask your connection origin, making it appear that you are connecting via a different location than where you physically are located.
- _______ Modeling, Risk Modeling, or Risk Analysis is a systematic way of thinking where a system may be vulnerable in order to best defend against possible attacks.
- A program that is inserted into a system, usually covertly, with the intent of compromising the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the victim’s data, applications, or operating system.
- A phishing attack transmitted by SMS (text) message.
- The world's most famous hacker.
- From Day 1, cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles – private data is kept private.
- Model that describes how data is transmitted through a network.
- a decoy system or resource set up to monitor and analyze the behavior of attackers.
- This cipher was the first documented form of encryption and involves shifting each letter of a message by 3.
- A public-key cryptography algorithm
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- Relies on human interaction and often involves tricking people into breaking normal security procedures.
- This color team is made up of offensive security experts who try to (ethically) attack an organization’s cybersecurity defenses.
- An attack in which an attacker injects malicious executable scripts into the code of a trusted application or website.
- In this kind of cipher, both the encryption and decryption process use the same key,
- From Day 1,cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles. This is one of them which means that data can be used by any authorized parties.
- This term (2 words) refers to limiting who (subjects) can read or write which resources (objects: e.g. files)
- A SQL_______ vulnerability arises when the original SQL query can be altered to form an altogether different query.
- From Day 1, cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles. This is one of them which means that data is modified only by authorized parties.
- Software tool that allows users to capture and inspect data packets on a computer network.
- This software examines requests to access the network and determines if it should pass through.
- A number used to identify specific services or processes running on a computer or network device.
28 Clues: The world's most famous hacker. • A public-key cryptography algorithm • A phishing attack transmitted by SMS (text) message. • Describes data that requires power to maintain its contents. • Model that describes how data is transmitted through a network. • a fundamental unit of data in computer networking and data communication. • ...
Dbl AA November 16! 2022-11-16
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- Favorite TV
- Favorite outdoor hobby
- Older vehicle
- Zoom zoom
- Grodhaus Family game
- Cute youngster
- Sisters of mom
- Grandma appreciated Aaron’s
- Walking with cat in
- Fun with Lizzy’s hair
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- Love spark established
- Kit for picking
- Impressive talent
- special older woman
- Cute girl
- Favorite indoor hobby
- Work interest
- Teal Team
- Quail Hollow
- Your mama
20 Clues: Zoom zoom • Cute girl • Teal Team • Your mama • Favorite TV • Quail Hollow • Older vehicle • Work interest • Cute youngster • Sisters of mom • Kit for picking • Impressive talent • special older woman • Walking with cat in • Grodhaus Family game • Favorite indoor hobby • Fun with Lizzy’s hair • Love spark established • Favorite outdoor hobby • Grandma appreciated Aaron’s
Cyber Security 2023-09-08
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- data encryption ransom
- compromised computer network
- psychological manipulation
- system manager
- identifying threats
- unwanted advertisements
- multiple verification layers
- secret access keys
- protecting digital systems.
- interconnected devices
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- stolen identity
- data encrypt
- secure network connection
- wireless technology
- unauthorized access point
- internet address
- malicious digital actions
- digital information
- malicious software
- computer programs
20 Clues: data encrypt • system manager • stolen identity • internet address • computer programs • malicious software • secret access keys • wireless technology • identifying threats • digital information • data encryption ransom • interconnected devices • unwanted advertisements • secure network connection • unauthorized access point • malicious digital actions • psychological manipulation • ...
revision 2022-09-14
10 Clues: захист • кібербезпека • злиття_акцій • штаб-квартира • власники_акцій • під_керівництвом • виявляти_загрози • розсувати кордони • комплексні_рішення • проривні_технології
Women in Tech 2023-02-22
Cyber Awareness Crossword 2024-10-01
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- The act of ensuring data is kept safe from unauthorized access.
- A visual verification tool used to distinguish humans from bots.
- Stronger than a basic password, this adds an extra layer of security.
- The process of confirming a user’s identity.
- Software designed to track user activity without consent.
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- The main goal of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
- The practice of safeguarding digital information.
- A common method to protect data by encoding it.
- The term for unauthorized access to a network.
- A program that appears legitimate but performs harmful actions.
- A type of software update that protects against vulnerabilities.
- A common cyber threat involving deceptive emails.
12 Clues: The process of confirming a user’s identity. • The term for unauthorized access to a network. • The main goal of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. • A common method to protect data by encoding it. • The practice of safeguarding digital information. • A common cyber threat involving deceptive emails. • Software designed to track user activity without consent. • ...
Chris's Crossword 2023-11-29
14 Clues: @_ • Coat closet • Green Thing • Ending, say • Motion for _ • NATO Drafter? • Chuckles, say • Reporter's tool • Number of senators • Legislative roundup • Yearly certification • Kentucky Derby Lover? • A General and employer • Type of fruit and fearless leader
CS240-1 Students 2024-09-01
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- Ran a sub 20minute 5k
- Lived in both Brazil & Spain.
- CIS Sandbox Tutor
- Wants to be a forensic accountant
- I desire to help people professionally and personally
- I'm definitely putting Boston in my rear view mirror someday
- I'm good at analyzing markets and equities on a technical level.
- In high school, my graduating class only had 100 kids.
- Really good at First Person Shooter games
- My ideal job would be in gaming
- I love all things cybersecurity related
- My brain absorbs information like a sponge
- I can improvise to solve problems creatively and efficiently
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- I created a board game
- I don't procrastinate
- I like my role as a tutor.
- Pursuing CPA after graduation
- I will someday have my own Cybersecurity firm
- Loves a challenge and does not settle for things that are easy.
- I'm from Georgia (not the one in the US)
- I am a really fast learner.
- Grew up on Cape Cod, MA
- Really good at time management
- I used to be a procrastinator
- Lacrosse Team Member
- I'm trying to improve my golf game.
26 Clues: CIS Sandbox Tutor • Lacrosse Team Member • I don't procrastinate • Ran a sub 20minute 5k • I created a board game • Grew up on Cape Cod, MA • I like my role as a tutor. • I am a really fast learner. • Lived in both Brazil & Spain. • Pursuing CPA after graduation • I used to be a procrastinator • Really good at time management • My ideal job would be in gaming • ...
Cybersecurity 2021-08-03
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- provides the validation of a message's origin.
- Ensures that data is not modified or tampered with.
- The degree of protection against danger, damage, loss, and criminal activity.
- Ensures that a system is up so that data is available when needed.
- Anything that has the potential to cause the loss of an asset.
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- An act, procedure, or piece of software that takes advantage of a vulnerability to carry out an attack.
- Ensures that data is not disclosed to unintended persons.
- An opening or weakness in the system.
- agent The person or entity that attempt or carries out a threat.
- Something that has value to an individual or an organization.
10 Clues: An opening or weakness in the system. • provides the validation of a message's origin. • Ensures that data is not modified or tampered with. • Ensures that data is not disclosed to unintended persons. • Something that has value to an individual or an organization. • Anything that has the potential to cause the loss of an asset. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-04-22
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- A good practice for authorised users is to use unique ________ passwords
- ____________ type of cyber attack aims to steal data from the computers
- cybersecurity aims to secure _______ components from attackers
- __________ is a person who attempts to get unauthorised access to the computer system
- __________ is a virtual wall between the protected computer and the internet
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- __________ are dummy computers that attract hackers to keep the remaining computers safe
- _________ softwares must be used to protect computers against cyberattacks
- Man in the __________ is a type of cyberattack where the communication line is intercepted
- common type of attack which includes trojans and adwares
9 Clues: common type of attack which includes trojans and adwares • cybersecurity aims to secure _______ components from attackers • ____________ type of cyber attack aims to steal data from the computers • A good practice for authorised users is to use unique ________ passwords • _________ softwares must be used to protect computers against cyberattacks • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-10-10
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- Protecting data by scrambling it mathematically
- Data which requires special limited access that can cause harm if disclosed
- Sending fraudulent communications to take data or trick others into performing certain actions, usually by text or email
- A piece of code that adversely affects computers; typically to corrupt the system, steal data, or gain access
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- Network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic
- Software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses
- Data that pertains directly to the company and has restricted access
- A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
- Data that is freely accessible to all
9 Clues: Data that is freely accessible to all • Protecting data by scrambling it mathematically • Software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses • A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data • Data that pertains directly to the company and has restricted access • Data which requires special limited access that can cause harm if disclosed • ...
021-1 2024-07-12
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- Term for when security is breached
- Malicious code used in the attack
- Joint groups formed to improve cybersecurity
- Efforts to reduce the impact of the attack
- Tech giant also affected by the attack
- Public and private sectors working together
- Russian state-sponsored group behind the attack
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security's response
- Type of actor behind the attack
- Another name for the attackers
- Key focus in the aftermath of the attack
- Type of analysis conducted to investigate the attack
- Weaknesses exploited by the attackers
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- Techniques used by attackers to avoid detection
- Another term for the security incident
- Process of uncovering the details of the attack
- U.S. response to the attack
- IT company at the center of the attack
- The effect of the attack on organizations
- Cybersecurity firm that discovered the breach
- Software updates released by SolarWinds
- Actions pursued against the attackers
- U.S. department that was compromised
- U.S. body that held hearings on the attack
- SolarWinds product that was compromised
25 Clues: U.S. response to the attack • Another name for the attackers • Type of actor behind the attack • Malicious code used in the attack • Term for when security is breached • U.S. department that was compromised • Actions pursued against the attackers • Weaknesses exploited by the attackers • Another term for the security incident • IT company at the center of the attack • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-04-05
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- A type of malware disguised as bona fide software, applications, or files to deceive users into downloading it and, unknowingly, granting control of their devices.
- A type of malware that infiltrates devices without the owner’s knowledge. This is often for the purpose of spying on internet activity, tracking log in and password information, or collecting sensitive information that can be used for fraudulent purposes.
- A type of malware that comes from ads on legitimate websites. You can fall victim to malvertising by clicking on an infected ad — cybercriminals may even pay to place these on websites — or by visiting a website that is home to a corrupted ad.
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- are similar to worms and Trojans, but earn their unique name by performing a wide variety of automated tasks a program that crawls the internet looking for holes in security infrastructures to exploit, and the hacking is done automatically — or robotically if you will.
- A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
- A type of malware that comes with a ransom. It locks and encrypts a victim’s device or data and demands a ransom to restore access.
- A type of malware that grants cybercriminals remote control of victims’ devices, oftentimes without the victims’ knowledge.
- Malware that involves advertising.
- A type of malware that uses software, applications, and protocols already built-in or native to device operating systems to install and execute malicious activities. In other words, no files are needed to download this type of malware.
9 Clues: Malware that involves advertising. • A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers. • A type of malware that grants cybercriminals remote control of victims’ devices, oftentimes without the victims’ knowledge. • ...
cybersecurity 2021-02-12
9 Clues: send ransom money • used by the romans • scam emails or calls • allows the hacker to spy on you • a piece of coding copying itself • your computer will have many pop ups • the other use for the word of a animal • what makes your computer harder to hack • a person who takes or uses your computer information
Cybersecurity 2020-04-07
9 Clues: dominio • ipermediale • regole comuni • ragnatela grande • elettrodomestici evoluti • linguaggio delle pagine web • gestire il proprio conto corrente • dimostra chi è veramente il mittente • inserirlo nella barra degli indirizzi
cybersecurity 2024-11-20
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- protocol for securing internet communications
- malware that watch your online activities without you knowing
- type of attack that involves trying all possibilities to find a password or codes
- design flaw in a computer program
- encrypt messages with keys
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- weakness in a computer system allowing an attacker to harm the integrity of that system
- check the data flows and what types of communications are allowed on a computer network.
- computer attack that aims to obtain personal data by relying on identity theft
- block access to the computer or files and demand payment
9 Clues: encrypt messages with keys • design flaw in a computer program • protocol for securing internet communications • block access to the computer or files and demand payment • malware that watch your online activities without you knowing • computer attack that aims to obtain personal data by relying on identity theft • ...
Cybersecurity Risk 2021-08-04
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- Malware aimed to corrupt or modify data on one computer before spreading to others.
- a sequence of letters, characters, and numbers used for authentication
- a technique used in order to manipulate and deceive people into handing over sensitive information.
- A network device that determines what information is able to enter a system based on the rules in place.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through text messaging
- the process of encoding data so that it can only be accessed by its intended recipient.
- the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked
- the act of appearing to be someone or thing that you are not
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- measures taken in order to protect systems and their data.
- A network that uses encryption in order to in order to maintain privacy.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email.
- Software that locks your device and hold the data hostage and demands a price.
- intrusive software developed to wreak havoc on systems; also known as malicious software
- a sequence of words used for authentication.
- is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity.
15 Clues: a sequence of words used for authentication. • measures taken in order to protect systems and their data. • the act of appearing to be someone or thing that you are not • the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked • is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity. • ...
Cybersecurity fun 2022-04-28
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- legal constraints that govern how data can be used or stored. Permission is often required from individual as to these elements
- possibility of undesired outcome occurring
- information classification
- Electronic or digital method to control how devices operate or control how they can or can not be used
- any security incident where sensitive, protected, or confidential data is accessed or stolen by an unauthorized party
- the original form of a message
- protect before an event happens
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- all the information on a website
- a conventional type of encryption
- the process of adding our signature to the document to show integrity
- someone who is responsible for developing algorithms and ciphers to encrypt sensitive data and may work together with a security software developer in developing security systems
- a process of encoding a message so that its meaning is not obvious
- the a in CIA triad
- ways to protect vulnerabilities
- copies of data
15 Clues: copies of data • the a in CIA triad • information classification • the original form of a message • ways to protect vulnerabilities • protect before an event happens • all the information on a website • a conventional type of encryption • possibility of undesired outcome occurring • a process of encoding a message so that its meaning is not obvious • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-05-16
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- the location a hacker typically want to get access to
- An activity which is carried out over or through the Internet.
- a method to get sensitive data
- when you create something according to a plan
- target of an SQL-Injection
- the most famous programming language for web applications
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- a famous whistleblower
- the good kind of hacker
- an activity which is carried out over or through the Internet.
- a word which describes a relative geographic location
10 Clues: a famous whistleblower • the good kind of hacker • target of an SQL-Injection • a method to get sensitive data • when you create something according to a plan • the location a hacker typically want to get access to • a word which describes a relative geographic location • the most famous programming language for web applications • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-03-08
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- the use of a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system.
- The state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data.
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
- Tells a computer what actions to take
- what movie character was on the signs?
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- Where did this story take place?
- A broad range of information, or an opinion, that could identify an individual.
- breach results in information being accessed without authorization.
- What was hacked in this story?
- A part of a computer system or network which is designed to block unauthorized access
10 Clues: What was hacked in this story? • Where did this story take place? • Tells a computer what actions to take • what movie character was on the signs? • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data. • breach results in information being accessed without authorization. • the use of a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-09-05
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- Malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life in general
- Scam by text
- Helps you protect your accounts
- A software designed to prevent, detect, and remove viruses and malware from computers, networks, and devices.
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- Someone that tries to gain unauthorized access to data
- Scam by email
- Intrusive software developed by hackers to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
- Scam by phone
- Cybercrime activity that takes place over the internet or on email
9 Clues: Scam by text • Scam by email • Scam by phone • Helps you protect your accounts • Someone that tries to gain unauthorized access to data • Cybercrime activity that takes place over the internet or on email • Malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life in general • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-03-13
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- A computer attack aimed at making a service unavailable.
- A brand that makes cybersecurity devices especially for companies.
- A program/device that protects a network.
- A technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly.
- A technique used by fraudsters to obtain personal information with the aim of committing identity theft.
- A network of computers infected by malware that are under the control of a single attacking party.
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- A technique of symmetric encryption.
- A hashing algorithm which is the most used in secret-keys transfert.
- A known certfication authority who offers free certificates.
9 Clues: A technique of symmetric encryption. • A program/device that protects a network. • A computer attack aimed at making a service unavailable. • A known certfication authority who offers free certificates. • A technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly. • A brand that makes cybersecurity devices especially for companies. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-02-21
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- Find hidden messages or attacks within innocent-looking files.
- Malware that collects information about you
- A wall or partition designed to inhibit or prevent the spread of fire.
- Manifestation signifying hostile intention, the plan to cause harm.
- The practice of sending emails to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.
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- Malware that blocks access and demands ransom
- A cyber security professional who deal with testing vulnerabilities to help owners of application or website
- A type of malware that is often masked as genuine software
- Improve or correct by inserting a patch. It's a synonym of update
9 Clues: Malware that collects information about you • Malware that blocks access and demands ransom • A type of malware that is often masked as genuine software • Find hidden messages or attacks within innocent-looking files. • Improve or correct by inserting a patch. It's a synonym of update • Manifestation signifying hostile intention, the plan to cause harm. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-11-04
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- Security system blocking unauthorized access.
- Protection against online threats and attacks.
- A copy or imitation intended to deceive.
- Scam to trick people into sharing private info.
- To erase or remove completely.
- Wireless system connecting devices to the internet
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- Harmful software that damages or disrupts.
- Unique number identifying a device on the internet.
- Someone who breaks into computer systems.
9 Clues: To erase or remove completely. • A copy or imitation intended to deceive. • Someone who breaks into computer systems. • Harmful software that damages or disrupts. • Security system blocking unauthorized access. • Protection against online threats and attacks. • Scam to trick people into sharing private info. • Wireless system connecting devices to the internet • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-02
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- A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
- A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
- An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
- An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
- A technique hackers use to hide their identity pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
- A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
- A weakness in computer software
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- A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
- A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
- A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
- The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
- A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
- An acronym that stands for distributed denial of service
- An extra copy of data from a computer
- A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer
15 Clues: A weakness in computer software • An extra copy of data from a computer • An acronym that stands for distributed denial of service • A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out • A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-05-16
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- To figure out or break a code or cipher.
- The science of analyzing or breaking secret codes or ciphers to reveal hidden messages.
- Central Intelligence Agency
- a message written in code or cipher; the encrypted message that must be decoded.
- a message written out in “plain” English that anyone can read; it has not been encoded.
- The science of writing hidden or concealed messages using secret codes or ciphers.
- To put words into code or cipher form.
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- A system where symbols, groups of letters or numbers, pictures or words, are substituted to represent other words or phrases.
- a person who secretly collects and reports information on the activities, movements, and plans of an enemy or competitor.
- the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
- Central Security Service
- National Security Agency
- A system where one letter or symbol is methodically substituted for another letter or symbol.
- The science of studying codes and ciphers.
- A systematic, minute, and thorough attempt to learn the facts about something complex or hidden
15 Clues: Central Security Service • National Security Agency • Central Intelligence Agency • To put words into code or cipher form. • To figure out or break a code or cipher. • The science of studying codes and ciphers. • a message written in code or cipher; the encrypted message that must be decoded. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-05-15
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- writing statements in order to create a program
- the programs that perform actions on a device like operating systems
- devices that are connected together for the purpose of sharing information
- accessing a device or network without permission or authorization
- a global open network that allows information dispersal and instantaneous communication
- identifies specific devices on a network
- an instruction set to a computer in order to perform an action
- a specific set of multiple instructions used to perform actions on a device
- information that is returned or transmitted by a device
- using codes to secure information
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- the physical electronic objects like a computer
- the unauthorized collection of secure or private information
- precautions taken to guard against crime that involves the internet
- accomplished when data is sent to a device
- an electronic device used to create and access information
15 Clues: using codes to secure information • identifies specific devices on a network • accomplished when data is sent to a device • the physical electronic objects like a computer • writing statements in order to create a program • information that is returned or transmitted by a device • an electronic device used to create and access information • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-01-17
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- Software that monitors user activities and reports them to a third party
- A test that outlines the steps to restoring data after a severe setback
- A successful hack to gain control of a network and leak its data
- A scan hackers use to detect areas of weakness via sending messages to identify activity
- a type of computer network device that interconnects with other networks using the same protocol
- An intermediary server between a user and the internet that protects the enterprise from outside intrusion
- The practice of adhering to standards and regulatory requirements
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- An AI-manipulated video in someone’s likeness to spread misleading information
- Malicious software often in the form of spam emails
- A misleading computer program with a name deriving from Greek history
- A scam perpetrated by a hacker posing as a legitimate
- A small update to fix bugs in existing programs
- A special code to protect your digital information
- An internal computer network closed to outsiders
- A network that disguises users’ IP addresses with its own to deter hackers
15 Clues: A small update to fix bugs in existing programs • An internal computer network closed to outsiders • A special code to protect your digital information • Malicious software often in the form of spam emails • A scam perpetrated by a hacker posing as a legitimate • A successful hack to gain control of a network and leak its data • ...
EZOREF Weekly Bulletin Crossword 2021-07-05
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- much like standard AV, having an effective ------ solution is vital
- While Secpod provides an array of solutions to your corporate pain points, it was primarily introduced as a ----- management tool
- Quick Heal's Enterprise Grade cybersecurity brand
- Konnect Insights is identified as a next-gen social -------
- Global leader, ethos being 'The truth in information'
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- Forescout is positioned as a Modern ---
- founded in 1987, providing unparalleled cybersecurity solution now known as the device to cloud cybersecurity company
- IOB is an acronym for the Internet of ---------
- A ------- consists of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared light beams.
- This technology works by securing data flowing to and from in-house IT architectures and cloud vendor environments using an organization's security policies.
10 Clues: Forescout is positioned as a Modern --- • IOB is an acronym for the Internet of --------- • Quick Heal's Enterprise Grade cybersecurity brand • Global leader, ethos being 'The truth in information' • Konnect Insights is identified as a next-gen social ------- • much like standard AV, having an effective ------ solution is vital • ...
CIS178 Jake Stevenson 2023-01-25
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- virtual private network
- posing as authorized user
- type of malware
- protects you from virus
- protecting online data
- explicitly allowed
- security system
- malicious software
- explicitly not allowed
- not human
- gaining unauthorized access
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- network of networks
- type of scam
- protects you from malware
- harassment on the internet
- unsolicited advertisements
- two-factor authentication
- another word for information
- securing data
- human verification test
20 Clues: not human • type of scam • securing data • type of malware • security system • explicitly allowed • malicious software • network of networks • protecting online data • explicitly not allowed • virtual private network • protects you from virus • human verification test • posing as authorized user • protects you from malware • two-factor authentication • harassment on the internet • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-02-06
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- A piece of software designed to fix security vulnerabilities or improve functionality.
- The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems and data.
- Authentication based on physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints or voice patterns.
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- Network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
- Process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or application.
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
- Fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.
- Malicious software that can replicate itself and spread to other computers.
9 Clues: Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems and data. • Process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or application. • Malicious software that can replicate itself and spread to other computers. • The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-03-29
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- DNS ____ is when a hacker pretends to be a DNS server and feeds your computer the wrong IP Address for a given website, sending you to a false website.
- Multi-factor _____ is an authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access.
- A ____ attack is spamming a web server with so many requests so close together that it crashes.
- A type of spyware that records every keystroke (and sometimes also mouse movements) made by a computer user in order to gain access to passwords and other confidential info
- ____ is any program code that explicitly attempts to bypass appropriate authorization safeguards and/or perform unauthorized functions.
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- A ___ is information stored on your computer by a website you visit. They often store your settings for a website, such as your login status and preferred language or location.
- ____ is an attempt by cybercriminals posing as legitimate institutions, usually via email, to obtain sensitive information from targeted individuals.
- ____ guessing is an attempt to gain access to a computer system by methodically trying to determine a user’s password
- The digital ____is a gap between those who have access to new technology and those who do not.
9 Clues: The digital ____is a gap between those who have access to new technology and those who do not. • A ____ attack is spamming a web server with so many requests so close together that it crashes. • ____ guessing is an attempt to gain access to a computer system by methodically trying to determine a user’s password • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-10-23
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- This method scrambles data so that only authorized people can read it
- the practice of keeping computer systems safe
- a hacker sneaks in between two people who are communicating
- acts like a barrier between your computer and the internet
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- harmful software that can damage your computer
- Software detect and remove harmful software
- attackers send fake emails
- uses malware to lock your files so you can’t access them
- Injection when attackers take advantage of weaknesses in websites
9 Clues: attackers send fake emails • Software detect and remove harmful software • the practice of keeping computer systems safe • harmful software that can damage your computer • uses malware to lock your files so you can’t access them • acts like a barrier between your computer and the internet • a hacker sneaks in between two people who are communicating • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-05-30
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- kübervahendite turvalisus ja turvalisus kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- teadmised küberturvalisuse kohta ning kuidas ennast kaitsta
- on riiklikult oluliste kübervahendite julgeolek ja julgeolek kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- isiku v. mingi toimingu identsuse automaatne kontroll
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- tarkvara ja andmeid hävitav v. andmetöötlust häiriv väike programm, mis end arvutisüsteemides ise paljundab
- kui ohver tegutseb petturliku e-kirja alusel, mis nõuab kiiret tegutsemist.
- on kübervahendite turve ja on turve kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- usalduslik, salajane
- pahatahtlik inimene või grupp kes murravafd sisse inimeste või ettevõtete privatsetesse keskkondadesse
9 Clues: usalduslik, salajane • isiku v. mingi toimingu identsuse automaatne kontroll • teadmised küberturvalisuse kohta ning kuidas ennast kaitsta • kui ohver tegutseb petturliku e-kirja alusel, mis nõuab kiiret tegutsemist. • pahatahtlik inimene või grupp kes murravafd sisse inimeste või ettevõtete privatsetesse keskkondadesse • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-04-26
9 Clues: chief officer • an actual attack • self replicating infection • potential issue in security • program that causes problems • email that mimics other people • program that uses vulnerability • program that hides inside another • program that infects other programs
CyberSecurity 2022-08-25
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- The state of being free from unwanted or undue intrusion or disturbance in one's private life or affairs; freedom to be let alone
- Detailed report, usually about a person
- rules for interacting politely online
- files stored on your computer (cell phone) that tell browsers how to remember your favorites and your previous searches
- the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- Someone who intentionally targets people for harm using online chat rooms or social media.
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- The ability to act in a safe and responsible way on the Internet and other connected environments.
- A site or online community where people with like experiences or interests communicate with each other and share information, resources, etc.
- Information about you and what you do online
9 Clues: rules for interacting politely online • Detailed report, usually about a person • Information about you and what you do online • the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks • Someone who intentionally targets people for harm using online chat rooms or social media. • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-09-08
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- Any intrusive software developed by cybercriminals (often called “hackers”) to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
- A popular programming language used in security scripts
- A collection of software specifically designed to permit malicious program that gathers sensitive information, into your system
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
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- Software that records every keystroke made by a computer user, especially in order to gain fraudulent access to passwords and other confidential information
- A barrier between a trusted network and untrusted network that controls/monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic
- A type of social engineering, online scam where criminals send alluring emails to the organization, user, and more to collect sensitive information
- Computer programming that is used to track internet activity and gather sensitive information
- A that records every keystroke made by a computer user, especially in order to gain fraudulent access to passwords and other confidential information
9 Clues: A popular programming language used in security scripts • Computer programming that is used to track internet activity and gather sensitive information • A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-09-04
Across
- Make sure you set a strong one by using upper, lowercase, numbers and characters
- Organized and unauthorized use of an app to send thousands of messages to its users, either by fake or hacked profiles
- Common messaging platform for attackers to use for cyberattacks
- An attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords etc. often for malicious reasons by disguising as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication
- Type of cyberattack that uses malware disguised as a legitimate file to infect a system or device. Named by a famous wooden horse
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- Malicious software that encrypts files or locks your computer, and retains control until you pay a certain amount of money
- Cyber-attackers use creative ways to trick you to enable them to steal it
- Type of cyber-attack that uses multiple computers or devices to send overwhelming traffic to a targeted website or network. The attack aims to cause the target to slow down or completely stop functioning
- Form of malware that poses a security program. If clicked, it pretends to scan for threats and malware on your PC and then lures you into paying real money in exchange for resolving the imaginary threat
9 Clues: Common messaging platform for attackers to use for cyberattacks • Cyber-attackers use creative ways to trick you to enable them to steal it • Make sure you set a strong one by using upper, lowercase, numbers and characters • Organized and unauthorized use of an app to send thousands of messages to its users, either by fake or hacked profiles • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-05-11
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- computer program that hides and replicates
- most common type of social engineering
- inspects network traffic
- octets network address
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- appears to be a legitimate file or program
- user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
- database that contains the login account information
- hexadecimal address
- system that detects incoming threats
9 Clues: hexadecimal address • octets network address • inspects network traffic • system that detects incoming threats • most common type of social engineering • appears to be a legitimate file or program • computer program that hides and replicates • user of programs to overcome technical obstacles • database that contains the login account information
Cybersecurity 2022-05-11
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- computer program that hides and replicates
- most common type of social engineering
- inspects network traffic
- octets network address
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- appears to be a legitimate file or program
- user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
- database that contains the login account information
- hexadecimal address
- system that detects incoming threats
9 Clues: hexadecimal address • octets network address • inspects network traffic • system that detects incoming threats • most common type of social engineering • appears to be a legitimate file or program • computer program that hides and replicates • user of programs to overcome technical obstacles • database that contains the login account information
cybersecurity 2023-05-25
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- A software designed to detect and remove viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious programs from a computer system or network.
- The process of converting information into a code or cipher to prevent unauthorized access. Encryption is commonly used to secure sensitive information such as passwords, financial data, and personal information.
- A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It helps to prevent unauthorized intrusions and cyber attacks.
- Unsolicited and unwanted emails or messages sent out in bulk. Spam can be used to deliver malware, phishing attempts, or other types of unwanted content.
- A weakness or security flaw in a computer system or network that can be exploited by attackers. Vulnerabilities can be caused by outdated software, misconfigured systems, or human error.
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- A type of cyber attack where attackers create fake websites or emails to trick individuals into revealing personal or sensitive information. Phishing attacks often attempt to mimic legitimate websites or companies.
- A secret code or word that allows you to access certain devices or services. It is important to create a strong password to protect yourself from cyber threats.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user or device trying to access a system or network. Authentication is often done through the use of usernames and passwords, biometrics, or security tokens.
- A software that is designed to harm or damage computer systems and networks. Malware can include viruses, trojans, ransomware, and other malicious programs.
9 Clues: A software designed to detect and remove viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious programs from a computer system or network. • Unsolicited and unwanted emails or messages sent out in bulk. Spam can be used to deliver malware, phishing attempts, or other types of unwanted content. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-08-05
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- is a malware aimed to corrupt or modify data on one computer before spreading to others.
- a sequence of letters, characters, and numbers used for authentication
- is a technique used in order to manipulate and deceive people into handing over sensitive information.
- is a network device that determines what information is able to enter a system based on the rules in place.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through text messaging
- is the process of encoding data so that it can only be accessed by its intended recipient.
- the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked
- is a method of attacking a computer by alternating a program while making it appear to function normally
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- are the measures taken in order to protect systems and their data.
- is a network that uses encryption in order to in order to maintain privacy.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email.
- a form of malware that takes control of data and holds it hostage until a ransom is paid.
- is short for malicious software, and is any intrusive software developed to wreak havoc on systems.
- a sequence of words used for authentication.
- is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity.
15 Clues: a sequence of words used for authentication. • the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked • are the measures taken in order to protect systems and their data. • is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity. • a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email. • ...
Cybersecurity awareness 2023-06-13
Risk Awareness Month 2024-05-17
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- Use water ________(9 letters)appliances and fittings [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
- Flooding at expressways and major ________(13 letters) [Word found in EDM on operational risks]
- Ensure your computers and devices are updated with the latest security ________(7 letters) [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
- ________(11 letters) form the 1st line of defence in our risk governance framework [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
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- Good ________(6 letters) marksmanship [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
- ________(10 letters) effort of every level [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
- We are not immune to ________(13 letters) risks [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
- ________(3 letters) can make a difference [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
- Risk ________(9 letters) Month [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
- ________(9 letters) into Critical Installations [Word found in EDM on operational risks]
10 Clues: Risk ________(9 letters) Month [Word found in EDM on CRO's message] • ________(3 letters) can make a difference [Word found in EDM on CRO's message] • ________(9 letters) into Critical Installations [Word found in EDM on operational risks] • Good ________(6 letters) marksmanship [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk] • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-03
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- A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
- A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
- An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
- An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
- A technique hackers use to hide their identity to pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
- A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
- A weakness in computer software
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- A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
- A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
- A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
- The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
- A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
- An acronym that stands for Distributed Denial of Service
- An extra copy of data from a computer
- A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer
15 Clues: A weakness in computer software • An extra copy of data from a computer • An acronym that stands for Distributed Denial of Service • A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out • A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2023-10-27
15 Clues: GRC • Purple • Razeen • Toddlers • Checkmarx • Teel Tech • Picus Security • Philip Cherian • Video Forensics • Incident Response • Mobile Acquisition • #NotTraditionalPAM • Data Classification • Mobile Device Management • External Threat Landscape
Cybersecurity Awareness 2024-09-06
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- measures that reduce the likelihood of an unwanted occurrence or lessen its consequences
- software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process
- a computer program that can replicate itself, infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user, and spread further
- an attack method that uses trial and error to crack passwords
- abuse of electronic messaging systems to indiscriminately send unsolicited bulk messages
- a type of malware that conceals its true content to fool a user into thinking it's a harmless file
- the fraudulent practice of sending test messages purporting to be form reputable companies in order to convince individuals to reveal personal information
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- the ability to adapt to changing conditions and prepare for, withstand, and rapidly recover from disruption
- a digital form of social engineering to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information or exposing their system to malware
- limits network traffic between networks or systems
- an unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system
- the process of verifying one's identity
- a technology that allows a program to interact with the internals of another program running on a different machine
- An attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information
- a string of characters used to authenticate an identity or to verify authorizes access
15 Clues: the process of verifying one's identity • limits network traffic between networks or systems • an attack method that uses trial and error to crack passwords • an unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system • An attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information • ...
Cybersecurity Definitions 2023-01-25
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- hack into telecommunications systems, especially to obtain free calls.
- a type of network attack used to gain unauthorized access to systems within a security perimeter
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
- If users are unable to achieve the defined goal.
- are useful in passwordless and multi-factor authentication. Hidden form field is used to store session information of a client
- the condition of an electronics, software, or other system where the system's substantive behavior is dependent on the sequence or timing of oth
- Where the attacker intercepts and relays messages between two parties who believe they are communicating with each other
- someone who broke into computer systems, bypassed passwords or licenses in computer programs, or in other ways intentionally breached computer security.
- Is a more advanced technique to get user’s credentials by making effort to enter users into the website
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- Used by hijacking to gain access to a targets computer or online accounts
- The act of entering false information into a DNS cache
- a systematic approach to managing all changes made to a product or system
- Espionage or trespass occurs when an unauthorized individual attempts to gain illegal access to organizational information
- a code injection technique used to attack data-driven applications, in which malicious SQL statements are inserted into an entry field for execution
- A technique whereby packet data flowing across the network is detected and observed
15 Clues: If users are unable to achieve the defined goal. • The act of entering false information into a DNS cache • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data • hack into telecommunications systems, especially to obtain free calls. • Used by hijacking to gain access to a targets computer or online accounts • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2022-04-28
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- "pretty good privacy"
- private modification
- corrective measures
- private readability
- pick out at risk information
- react
- awareness of intrusions
- data restoration
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- converting plain text for confidentiality
- ability to access
- multi-use accounts
- illegal activity in cyberspace
- verifying logins (acronym)
- copyright protection
- putting in controls
15 Clues: react • data restoration • ability to access • multi-use accounts • corrective measures • private readability • putting in controls • private modification • copyright protection • "pretty good privacy" • awareness of intrusions • verifying logins (acronym) • pick out at risk information • illegal activity in cyberspace • converting plain text for confidentiality
Cybersecurity terms 2024-09-22
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- the process of converting plaintext data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access
- a type of malicious software that automatically downloads advertisements on a device
- process of converting data into a fixed-size string of characters for unique identificaton
- a type of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or useful software
- the process of monitoring network or system activities for malicious activities
- technique that isolates applications or processes in a controlled environment
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- a type of malicious software or hardware that records keystrokes made by a user
- a security approach that allows only pre-approved users to access a network
- an incident of unauthorized access to sensitive, protected or confidential data
- the practice of securing information by transforming it into an unreadable format
- a network of compromised computers that are controlled remotely by a hacker to perform automated tasks
- a malicious software designed to gain unauthorized access to a network while hiding its presence
- a software update designed to fix vulnerabilities, bugs, or improve functionality
- any device that connects to a network and serves as a point of entry for data
- a simulated cyber attack on a system conducted to identify and vulnerabilities
15 Clues: a security approach that allows only pre-approved users to access a network • any device that connects to a network and serves as a point of entry for data • technique that isolates applications or processes in a controlled environment • a simulated cyber attack on a system conducted to identify and vulnerabilities • ...
Cybersecurity Challenge 2019-10-11
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- Northern Bank's Core Values
- Location of the Bank's Disaster Recovery Site
- A way to access the Bank’s resources remotely
- Programs installed on your phone
- Password should always be?
- Key word used to send secure email
- Think before you -- ?
- Type of an Operating system
- A device you should not plug in
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- A type of malware that encrypts your file
- A type of an email scam
- Department to call for computer issues
- Most likely NFL team to win the superbowl in 2020
- Last name of the VP of IT
- Location of the Bank's Head Quarter
15 Clues: Think before you -- ? • A type of an email scam • Last name of the VP of IT • Password should always be? • Northern Bank's Core Values • Type of an Operating system • A device you should not plug in • Programs installed on your phone • Key word used to send secure email • Location of the Bank's Head Quarter • Department to call for computer issues • ...
Cybersecurity Risk 2021-09-03
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- Convert an item, such as data, into a code or cipher.
- Short for malicious software
- Software that encrypts data on someone's device until that person agrees to pay to regain access.
- Similar to a password but uses multiple words together.
- Legitimate of innocent-looking emails asking you to respond with personal data or to click on a link.
- Disguising an email address or phone number to convince you that you are interacting with a trusted friend or source.
- False or inaccurate information.
- Acronym for Pause, Ask, Think.
- Range of activities that guide how we manage digital data.
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- Measures taken to protect computer systems.
- Type of identity that is established by an internet user.
- Software written to damage a computer's performance, steal, or alter data.
- The practice of phishing using text messages
- Type of data that can be found as part of public record.
- Type of data that should be protected from public view.
15 Clues: Short for malicious software • Acronym for Pause, Ask, Think. • False or inaccurate information. • Measures taken to protect computer systems. • The practice of phishing using text messages • Convert an item, such as data, into a code or cipher. • Similar to a password but uses multiple words together. • Type of data that should be protected from public view. • ...
Vocabulary Test LKE Media A 2022-03-14
11 Clues: durchsetzen • unbeschränkt • Suchmaschine • technikaffin • offline gehen • Verkaufszahlen • Berichterstattung • Sicherheit im Netz • eine Webseite schließen • jemanden oder etwas misstrauen • die aktuellsten Nachrichten über
Cybersecurity & Web Exploitation Crossword 2022-11-16
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- CSRF attacks use the ___ of other users without their knowledge.
- "Access control" is ensuring users cannot act outside of intended ___.
- You access web applications with this.
- As the ___ of web apps increase, the possibility of vulnerabilities also increase.
- When a malicious actor hijacks clicks meant for a visible top-level site.
- For security reasons, by default, web apps should not ___ data from the browser.
- The OSI model has ___ layers.
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- Denial-of-Service attacks ___ a target site with fake requests to disrupt service.
- In cybersecurity, blue teams do this.
- Acronym for the organization set up to improve software security in 2001.
- SQL injection attacks can give ___ to data users typically can't retrieve.
- What does the "I" in OSI stand for?
- In cybersecurity, red teams do this.
- ___ hat hackers hack unethically, for personal gain.
- ___ sanitization is the modification of user data so that it can't run scripts.
15 Clues: The OSI model has ___ layers. • What does the "I" in OSI stand for? • In cybersecurity, red teams do this. • In cybersecurity, blue teams do this. • You access web applications with this. • ___ hat hackers hack unethically, for personal gain. • CSRF attacks use the ___ of other users without their knowledge. • ...
crossword 2024-10-21
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- ICT-related field of study
- Cloud computing platform
- ICT-related job role
- Internet protocol
- ICT professional
- Computer virus type
- ICT acronym for "Information and Communication Technology" ()
- Computer input device
- Website design principle
- Digital image format
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- Network security threat
- Cybersecurity measure
- Database management system
- Programming language
- Mobile operating system
- Network topology
- Data transmission speed
- Computer hardware component
- Software development method
- Data storage unit
20 Clues: ICT professional • Network topology • Internet protocol • Data storage unit • Computer virus type • ICT-related job role • Programming language • Digital image format • Cybersecurity measure • Computer input device • Network security threat • Mobile operating system • Data transmission speed • Cloud computing platform • Website design principle • ICT-related field of study • ...
Cybersecurity and Healthcare 2021-05-31
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- Limiting the risks or impacts of a cyber threat.
- Generic term for computer viruses, trojans, etc. designed for malicious purposes.
- A type of cyberattack that holds your systems or information hostage until a ransom is paid.
- You should never share this.
- The policies and measures taken to ensure the authenticity, availability, and integrity of electronic information.
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- When should you report an IT breach or potential breach?
- A cyberattack attempting to discover your personal information.
- Federal law protecting patient privacy.
- The US Food and Drug Administration.
- Whose responsibility is cybersecurity?
10 Clues: You should never share this. • The US Food and Drug Administration. • Whose responsibility is cybersecurity? • Federal law protecting patient privacy. • Limiting the risks or impacts of a cyber threat. • When should you report an IT breach or potential breach? • A cyberattack attempting to discover your personal information. • ...
All About Isabella Crossword 2024-06-15
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- focus study of my major
- favorite color
- cultural background
- passion outside of school
- why I transferred schools
- college
- zodiac sign
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- favorite sport to play
- first language
- beloved and childhood favorite coast
- my kitty's name
- elementary school
- favorite subject in school
- earned networking certification
- favorite food
- favorite movie (disney)
16 Clues: college • zodiac sign • favorite food • first language • favorite color • my kitty's name • elementary school • cultural background • favorite sport to play • focus study of my major • favorite movie (disney) • passion outside of school • why I transferred schools • favorite subject in school • earned networking certification • beloved and childhood favorite coast
Digital Partner 2024-11-10
12 Clues: New ideas • Efficiency • Online storage • working together • Digital protection • Return on Investment • Breast cancer treatment • Key Performance Indicator • Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine • Employee engagement survey • Enterprise Resource Planning • General Data Protection Regulation
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-04-28
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- Filters traffic on a network
- Linux tool to encrypt and decrypt
- Encryption that only uses a public and private key
- A way of accessing a system remotely
- Linux command to search a file for a string
- I in CIA
- Tricks people into making themselves vulnerable
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- Stores files in itself
- Physical, Technical, Procedural and Legal controls that can be applied; second framework concept
- Ethical hacking
- Use of shifting characters to hide a message
- Keeping information offsite for easy recovery
- Malicious software
- File that contains information about previous interactions with a system or network
14 Clues: I in CIA • Ethical hacking • Malicious software • Stores files in itself • Filters traffic on a network • Linux tool to encrypt and decrypt • A way of accessing a system remotely • Linux command to search a file for a string • Use of shifting characters to hide a message • Keeping information offsite for easy recovery • Tricks people into making themselves vulnerable • ...
book day 2023-05-17
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- asas pendawaian
- engineering ethics fourth edition
- networking basics 2 edition
- sistem bekalan elektrik dan pengagihan
- instrumentasi
- design for hackers
- perak good food guide
- key concepts in information & communication technology
- design for software
- embedded system
- cybersecurity
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- website optimization
- compliance
- koleksi menu orang bujang
- computer network security
- wireless communication principles & practise
- intelectuals creativity & intolerance
- teknologi biotenaga
- writing for impact
- android phones for dummies
20 Clues: compliance • instrumentasi • cybersecurity • asas pendawaian • embedded system • design for hackers • writing for impact • teknologi biotenaga • design for software • website optimization • perak good food guide • koleksi menu orang bujang • computer network security • android phones for dummies • networking basics 2 edition • engineering ethics fourth edition • ...
FIND THE WORDS 2023-05-17
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- Asas Pendawaian
- Engineering Ethics Fourth Edition
- Networking Basics 2 Edition
- Sistem Bekalan Elektrik&Pengagihan
- Instrumentasi
- Design for Hackers
- Perak Good Food Guide
- Key Concepts in Information&Communication Technology
- Design for Software
- Embedded System
- Cybersecurity
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- Website Optimization
- Compliance
- Koleksi Menu Orang Bujang
- Computer Network Security
- Wireless Communication Principles&Practise
- Intelectuals Creativity&Intolerance
- Teknologi Biotenaga
- Writing for Impact
- Android Phones for Dummies
20 Clues: Compliance • Instrumentasi • Cybersecurity • Asas Pendawaian • Embedded System • Design for Hackers • Writing for Impact • Teknologi Biotenaga • Design for Software • Website Optimization • Perak Good Food Guide • Koleksi Menu Orang Bujang • Computer Network Security • Android Phones for Dummies • Networking Basics 2 Edition • Engineering Ethics Fourth Edition • ...
Criss-Cross Compliance 2022-07-21
15 Clues: peeps • web armor • vocal hack • I did that! • doorway hacker • call me anytime • harmless watchmen • don't get hooked! • my lips are sealed • law abiding citizen • this goes both ways • make yourself useful • think outside the box • obedient water elephant • do it right the first time
Cybersecurity trainning 2018-03-12
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- a hostile message that may contain obscene language.
- techniques used by people who want to sexually harm children and young people get close to them and gain their trust.
- willful, repeated harm through electronic text.
- a trail of the user’s activity in cyberspace.
- information about your visit recorded automatically on your computer
- sending, receiving, or forwarding sexually explicit messages, photographs or images
- malicious software or code designed to damage computer or collect information.
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- unsolicited e-mail, or junk mail.
- engine an Internet service that helps you search for information on the web.
- Internet gamers who intentionally cause problems and/or cyberbully other gamers.
- Rules for interacting courteously with others online
- allows you to block certain types of content from being displayed.
- type of online fraud, where someone tries to trick the victim into revealing sensitive details.
- a program that lets you find, see, and hear material on web pages
14 Clues: unsolicited e-mail, or junk mail. • a trail of the user’s activity in cyberspace. • willful, repeated harm through electronic text. • a hostile message that may contain obscene language. • Rules for interacting courteously with others online • a program that lets you find, see, and hear material on web pages • ...
Cybersecurity terms 2023-09-29
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- Barrier between a trusted network and an untrustworthy network.
- A collection of programs or software tools that allow hackers to remotely access and control a computer or network.
- A form of fraud that involves contacting victims through email, telephone, or text to trick them into sharing personal information.
- It refers to protecting information from unauthorized user
- A form of malware used by hackers to spy on you and your computer activities.
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- Visit the global policy database and find the title of MFC-STA-023
- Also referred to as two-factor authentication
- Short for malicious software
- The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- It means data are trustworthy and have not been accidentally altered or modified by an unauthorized access
- It is the process of converting coded or encrypted data to its original form.
- It means data are accessible when you need them
- It relates to rights to control the sharing and use of one’s personal information
- A network of computers that have been infected with a virus, and now are working continuously in order to create security breaches.
14 Clues: Short for malicious software • Also referred to as two-factor authentication • It means data are accessible when you need them • It refers to protecting information from unauthorized user • Barrier between a trusted network and an untrustworthy network. • Visit the global policy database and find the title of MFC-STA-023 • ...
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2021-06-27
Hapebeast career advice gang 2021-12-28
Across
- IT manager for an FMCG company in Singapore
- The Career advice channel podcast host
- The guy with 6,000 lines in this discord
- Hapelinked founder
- The healthcare investor
- Founder of a creative agency (and 15 other companies...) in Portland
- Our dropshipping entrepreneur
- Hey, can you help us pin this?
- Ecommerce B2B specialist
- IT specialist in healthcare and insurance
- Cybersecurity in banking
- Our Canadian social media influencer with 3 million followers
- Car mechanic in Switzerland
- Land investor across the US
- Aspiring architect from New Jersey
- Investor and artist in LA
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- The investor who works in Republic Realm
- A financial manager for the US Military
- The investment banker
- A student / sneakerhead based in Singapore
- A real estate agent who was also a D3 basketball player
- Hapelinked co-founder
- Social media manager who was a professional chef
- The one and only
- Corporate finance advisor in one of the "Big 4"
- Investment consultant in Chicago
- Electrical Engineer with experience in renewable sector
- Cybersecurity specialist in Pennsylvania
- Our LA law firm partner
- Ecommerce, international freight entrepreneur.
30 Clues: The one and only • Hapelinked founder • The investment banker • Hapelinked co-founder • The healthcare investor • Our LA law firm partner • Ecommerce B2B specialist • Cybersecurity in banking • Investor and artist in LA • Car mechanic in Switzerland • Land investor across the US • Our dropshipping entrepreneur • Hey, can you help us pin this? • Investment consultant in Chicago • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2021-08-14
Across
- Fake organisations will send SMSes that usually contain spelling or --- errors
- Although strictly not under cybersecurity, --- activities via digital devices are becoming common.
- Scams involve emotions such as fear and ---
- A good way is to use password --- apps
- Seniors should use uppercase and --- letters, numbers or symbols to make passwords harder to crack
- The third topic that we discussed is Handling ---
- Fear messages are meant to force the seniors into --- action without stopping to think
- DAs are encouraged to use real-life --- in sharing cybersecurity information with seniors
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- Share with seniors how to --- between legitimate and fake organisations
- Legitimate organisations will never ask for personal --- information such as passwords, bank account and OTPs
- A common scam these days : –-- jobs with high salaries
- Seniors can use 2 notebooks as a way to remember passwords and personal information but they must keep the 2 notebooks ---
- Seniors are encouraged to use a strong ---
- Use --- bells as imagery
- Seniors should be wary of providing --- information
- Not sure, --- back
- Online --- apps will most likely make seniors lose money
- Seniors should never click on unknown links or ---
18 Clues: Not sure, --- back • Use --- bells as imagery • A good way is to use password --- apps • Seniors are encouraged to use a strong --- • Scams involve emotions such as fear and --- • The third topic that we discussed is Handling --- • Seniors should never click on unknown links or --- • Seniors should be wary of providing --- information • ...
Clément_34_Cyberattack,nuclear weapon, destruction 2020-02-27
10 Clues: injuries • oil train • Gain access • online fight • non civilian • virtual attack • refineries science • most powerful bomb • impossible situation • science of online security
CyberSecurity Awareness 2016-09-30
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- Electronic messages NOT handled by the Post Office
- A copy of the data to be used if needed
- Abbreviation for Instant Messaging
- A mobile phone built on a mobile computing platform that is not dumb
- A computer program that can retrieve and display information from the Internet
- Software that is loaded onto a computer to identify and remove viruses
- Abbreviation for Protected Health Information
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- Unauthorized person who tries to break into your system or network
- A shortened name for malicious software
- A secret series of characters used to authenticate a person's identity
- A computer network, that an organization uses for its own internal sites like MyNews or PurplePages.
- A technique made to scramble data making it unreadable and unusable
- Method used by criminals to HOOK you into giving up sensitive information.
- Unsolicited email sent to you also a canned meat
14 Clues: Abbreviation for Instant Messaging • A shortened name for malicious software • A copy of the data to be used if needed • Abbreviation for Protected Health Information • Unsolicited email sent to you also a canned meat • Electronic messages NOT handled by the Post Office • Unauthorized person who tries to break into your system or network • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2024-11-12
Across
- Settings that users can control to limit what an app can access on their device.
- A technique used to steal sensitive information by tricking users through fake apps or emails.
- A sum of money demanded by attackers in exchange for unlocking encrypted files.
- The type of port that a Rubber Ducky uses to connect to a target machine.
- malicious software that decrypt all user files after receiving money.
- The best way to prevent Bluetooth attacks when not in use is to _______ your Bluetooth.
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- Clicking ___ will lead you to download unwanted software to your device or visiting a phishing website
- A software that protects your device from viruses.
- A harmful software that can be delivered through a Rubber Ducky attack, download from unknown sources, and by clicking advertisements.
- A ___ secretly monitors user activity.
- Report to ___ if received a suspicious email from an unknown sender.
- ___ is manipulating their victims in giving away sensitive information using phone calls.
- A software that delivers advertising content randomly inside user device.
- Keeping software and apps current to fix vulnerabilities that can be exploited
14 Clues: A ___ secretly monitors user activity. • A software that protects your device from viruses. • Report to ___ if received a suspicious email from an unknown sender. • malicious software that decrypt all user files after receiving money. • A software that delivers advertising content randomly inside user device. • ...
AATT Cybersecurity 2024-10-21
Across
- Using more than one criteria for authentication
- Internal communications network only accessibly by employees
- Word used to gain access
- The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system
- A type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data
- A security method that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to unlock your mobile device
- Type of attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive info
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- Network device that filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on defined rules
- Using social interactions to gain information from a target
- A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system
- Type of attack where the attacker impersonates persons or companies in order to gain information
- Type of malware that allows an attacker to remotely control a system or network
- Malware removal software
- Unwanted emails
14 Clues: Unwanted emails • Word used to gain access • Malware removal software • Using more than one criteria for authentication • Using social interactions to gain information from a target • Internal communications network only accessibly by employees • Type of attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive info • ...
Information Security 2023-12-12
Across
- 57% of organizations see at least weekly phishing attempts
- The most common target of phishing attacks are ____
- The US holds ____ place in the tanks of countries targeted for cybersecurity tasks
- 94% of malware is delivered by ____
- You should ____ over a link in an email to preview the actual address before clicking
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- Lock your ____ when you step away
- German American's Information Security Officer is
- ____ is one of the most common and dangerous forms of cyber crime
- Phishing is an attempt to obtain sensitive ____ with malicious intent
- Display names and email domains can be ____ hiding the true identity and appearing trustworthy
- Report spam/suspicious emails through the ____ button on the Outlook toolbar
- Our first line of defense against cybersecurity attacks and fraud is ___
- At German American, _____ is responsible for information security
13 Clues: Lock your ____ when you step away • 94% of malware is delivered by ____ • German American's Information Security Officer is • The most common target of phishing attacks are ____ • 57% of organizations see at least weekly phishing attempts • ____ is one of the most common and dangerous forms of cyber crime • ...
FSRW - MS Digital Tools 2021-10-05
14 Clues: Training • Lisa Golia • Eco friendly • quick 1-800 tool • Secured Approval • credit protection • consolidated accounts • great for happy hours • Self-Service Platform • secure document sharing • generates recommendations • substitute for pen and paper • Protecting digital information • client can do it instead of FA
Buckeye Hills Career Center 2024-11-15
Across
- police work & practice
- construction safety & crew leadership
- child & adolescent development
- patient centered care
- hand & foot treatment
- automotive steering & suspension
- telecommunications power
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- network management
- painting & refinishing
- heating, cooling & electrical
- catering & banquet services
- gas metal arc welding
12 Clues: network management • patient centered care • gas metal arc welding • hand & foot treatment • police work & practice • painting & refinishing • telecommunications power • catering & banquet services • heating, cooling & electrical • child & adolescent development • automotive steering & suspension • construction safety & crew leadership
Farah thee Sattar 2023-11-20
14 Clues: one r • thing 2 • da who? • thing 1 • flip the pan • signature look • he will be found • the other f word • be careful online • the spice of life • 40th birthday gift • farah's first friend • where was farah born • the best yogurt variety
Hive's Crossword Puzzle 2024-06-19
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- The right to keep one's personal matters and information confidential or secret.
- Ensuring this is maintained involves protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access or disclosure in cybersecurity.
- Information that can be used to identify a specific individual.
- Protected from online harm and dangers.
- Safeguarding and protecting personal data
- Protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software, and data, from cyberattacks.
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- Officially recognised as meeting certain standards or requirements.
- Changing information into a code to prevent unauthorised access.
- Formal instruction designed to improve skills in a particular area.
- Recognition granted to individuals who have met certain standards in a particular fieId
- Traces left by a person's online activity or presence.
- The organisation offering the crossword puzzle and training/certification in data protection and security.
12 Clues: Protected from online harm and dangers. • Safeguarding and protecting personal data • Traces left by a person's online activity or presence. • Information that can be used to identify a specific individual. • Changing information into a code to prevent unauthorised access. • Formal instruction designed to improve skills in a particular area. • ...
Technologies 2024-01-30
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- interconnected
- Customer
- Talk online
- Programme
- device used to select items
- enter data into a computer for processing
- secret word
- set of keys
- state of being safe from electronic crime
- Unit of data
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- Problem-solving steps
- computer part
- Computer memory
- organised data retrieved by a computer
- collection of related data
- primary display screen
- transfer
- single worldwide computer network
- the capacity of a computer
- to remove defects
20 Clues: Customer • transfer • Programme • Talk online • secret word • set of keys • Unit of data • computer part • interconnected • Computer memory • to remove defects • Problem-solving steps • primary display screen • collection of related data • the capacity of a computer • device used to select items • single worldwide computer network • organised data retrieved by a computer • ...
Bridal Shower 2022-04-18
Across
- Bride's Maiden Name
- City Where Wedding will be Held
- College Where Couple Graduated From
- Groom
- Where Bride grew up
- Month Bride was Born
- Honeymoon
- Site of Gift Registry
- Month of Wedding
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- Bride's car
- Instrument Groom Plays
- Josh's Major in College
- Number of Attendants
- Bride's High School Sport
- Last Name of Groom
- Groom's car
- Groom's sport
- Month the Groom was born
18 Clues: Groom • Honeymoon • Bride's car • Groom's car • Groom's sport • Month of Wedding • Last Name of Groom • Bride's Maiden Name • Where Bride grew up • Number of Attendants • Month Bride was Born • Site of Gift Registry • Instrument Groom Plays • Josh's Major in College • Month the Groom was born • Bride's High School Sport • City Where Wedding will be Held • College Where Couple Graduated From
Cyber security LO1 & LO2 Crossword 2022-10-16
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- email claiming to be from an authority/bank and demand for personal information
- type of vulnerability that can be exploited by hackers attacking individuals.
- type of vulnerability caused by natural disasters
- Availability is when Information is ……………………when required
- cybersecurity security threat type which is planned set of actions designed to cause threat/damage
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- users directed to fake websites
- Accidentally disclosing personal information of customers in an organisation could lead to this
- Availability is when Information is only accessible to ………………… viewers
- pretending to be from bank/software company
- cybersecurity security threat type which is unintended consequence of an action
10 Clues: users directed to fake websites • pretending to be from bank/software company • type of vulnerability caused by natural disasters • Availability is when Information is ……………………when required • Availability is when Information is only accessible to ………………… viewers • type of vulnerability that can be exploited by hackers attacking individuals. • ...
Cyberland Magazine 2021-03-29
Across
- being literate in virtual world
- virtual
- virtual culture
- acts of virtual world
- virtual assault
- science fiction stories in virtual world
- virtual offense
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- misguide in virtual world
- virtual vacancy
- pirate of virtual world
- voyager in virtual world
- virtual tyranny
- science of virtual fields
- half human half robot
- safeness of virtual world
15 Clues: virtual • virtual vacancy • virtual tyranny • virtual culture • virtual assault • virtual offense • acts of virtual world • half human half robot • pirate of virtual world • voyager in virtual world • misguide in virtual world • science of virtual fields • safeness of virtual world • being literate in virtual world • science fiction stories in virtual world
Basic of Cyber Sercurity 2019-07-10
Across
- items or people of value online
- making sure every individual working with an information system has specific responsibilities for information assurance
- preventing unauthorized access to information and actively detecting, documenting, and counteracting such threats
- the virtual, online world
- provides a way for denial to be impossible
- a weakness or gap in our effort to protect ourselves
- assures online information is trustworthy and accurate
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- infrastructure government term describing assets that keep society and the economy functioning (including national and economic security, public health and safety, communication, transportation, and electricity generation)
- guarantee of reliable access to information
- three-pronged system of cybersecurity
- the practice of protecting digital and non-digital information
- a set of rules limiting access to certain information, much like privacy
- the state of being protected against criminal or unauthorized online activity
- guarantee that the message, transaction, or other exchange of information has shown its proof of identity
14 Clues: the virtual, online world • items or people of value online • three-pronged system of cybersecurity • provides a way for denial to be impossible • guarantee of reliable access to information • a weakness or gap in our effort to protect ourselves • assures online information is trustworthy and accurate • the practice of protecting digital and non-digital information • ...
cybersecurity 2024-02-27
cybersecurity 2023-04-21
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- facts provided or learned about something or someone
- A human error is an action or decision which was not intended. A violation is a deliberate deviation from a rule or procedure
- he use of centralized planning in an attempt to manage social change and regulate the future development and behaviour of a society.
- the action of obtaining something by using persuasion or guile.
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- facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis
- put (something heavy) over one's shoulder or shoulders to carry.
- any information that relates to an identified or identifiable living individual.
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
8 Clues: facts provided or learned about something or someone • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data • the action of obtaining something by using persuasion or guile. • put (something heavy) over one's shoulder or shoulders to carry. • facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-04-21
Across
- type of malicious software, or malware, that spreads between computers and causes damage to data and software.
- replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
- raw facts and figures
- information about a particular person
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- facts provided or learned about something or someone
- a network of computers infected by malware
- malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device, service or network.
- a network security device
8 Clues: raw facts and figures • a network security device • information about a particular person • a network of computers infected by malware • facts provided or learned about something or someone • replicates itself in order to spread to other computers. • malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device, service or network. • ...
cybersecurity 2021-02-12
Across
- make sure you password doesn't contain ________ information
- it is malware which Uses vulnerabilities to move into your machine.
- it should be 8 or more letters
- never tell your _______ passwords
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- what is the shortened word for malicious software
- cyber = _______
- you password needs to be hard to _____
- it is scams which are mostly found in emails or fake log in pages
8 Clues: cyber = _______ • it should be 8 or more letters • never tell your _______ passwords • you password needs to be hard to _____ • what is the shortened word for malicious software • make sure you password doesn't contain ________ information • it is scams which are mostly found in emails or fake log in pages • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-03-22
Across
- Downloaded software that holds data hostage
- ____ sensitive data sent outside of the company
- Can expose sensitive data to identity theft
- Cybersecurity Framework
- Fake emails that appear to be from a verified internal source
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- Requires Additional Steps beyond legging in with a password
- When to disconnect devices infected by ransomware
- Type of email containing links, usually appears to be from someone you know
8 Clues: Cybersecurity Framework • Downloaded software that holds data hostage • Can expose sensitive data to identity theft • ____ sensitive data sent outside of the company • When to disconnect devices infected by ransomware • Requires Additional Steps beyond legging in with a password • Fake emails that appear to be from a verified internal source • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-04-03
Across
- A piece of audio or video that has been altered and changed to make it seem authentic or credible.
- Software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from computers.
- A malware that spreads through networks without human interaction.
Down
- A cybersecurity specialist who uses their skills to find and fix vulnerabilities in computer systems.
- A cyber-attack that floods a network or website with excessive traffic to disrupt service.
- A barrier that monitors and controls network traffic based on security rules.
- An online scam involving the impersonation of reputable entities to obtain sensitive personal information.
- A technology that secures connections over the internet, providing secure access to private networks.
8 Clues: A malware that spreads through networks without human interaction. • A barrier that monitors and controls network traffic based on security rules. • Software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from computers. • A cyber-attack that floods a network or website with excessive traffic to disrupt service. • ...
CyberAware&Prep 2023-04-14
Across
- You should always ____ your screen when stepping away from the computer
- a _____ should be difficult for attackers to guess, but easy for you to remember
- The people responsible for cybersecurity
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- if you receive a strange email, never open any ___
- You can flag suspicious emails asking for information using the 'report ____' option
- the abbreviation for multiple layers of access control/login protections
- Frequent software ___ can help keep systems secure
- ____ are the weakest link in cybersecurity
- always ___ out when you are done using a website
- Shoulder ____ is when someone tries to gain information from a device by peeking over your shoulder
10 Clues: The people responsible for cybersecurity • ____ are the weakest link in cybersecurity • always ___ out when you are done using a website • if you receive a strange email, never open any ___ • Frequent software ___ can help keep systems secure • You should always ____ your screen when stepping away from the computer • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-05-18
Across
- Menghantar semula email yang bukan-bukan kepada semua orang yang mengenali anda boleh dikenali sebagai
- Apakah tindakan yang perlu dilakukan jika anda menerima pautan atau perkara yang mencurigakan di dalam telefon bimbit?
- Link yang ________ sering didapati di media sosial dan SMS merupakan salah satu Phishing Scams
- Jenayah _______ adalah salah satu jenayah yang dilakukan melalui computer dalam internet. Perbuatan ini menyebabkan mangsa menderita dan mengalami kerugian.
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- Mengelakkan perkongsian maklumat ________ di laman social dan internet dapat melindungi diri dari menjadi mangsa siber.
- Sentiasa kemas kini kata ________ sekurang-kurangnya 6 bulan sekali agar tidak mudah digodam oleh pihak yang tidak bertanggungjawab.
- Jangan ________ kata laluan anda
- Dengan berkongsi tarikh _________ ia berpotensi mengancam keselamatan diri.
8 Clues: Jangan ________ kata laluan anda • Dengan berkongsi tarikh _________ ia berpotensi mengancam keselamatan diri. • Link yang ________ sering didapati di media sosial dan SMS merupakan salah satu Phishing Scams • Menghantar semula email yang bukan-bukan kepada semua orang yang mengenali anda boleh dikenali sebagai • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-02-21
Across
- a set of instructions, data or programs
- traceroute protocol
- malware demanding a ransom
- a person doing hack legally
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- encrypt information to ensure confidentiality
- malware masked by genuine software
- known to its sole owner and used by him alone to decipher a message of which he is the recipient
- Computer spying device that records the sequences of keys typed on a keyboard.
8 Clues: traceroute protocol • malware demanding a ransom • a person doing hack legally • malware masked by genuine software • a set of instructions, data or programs • encrypt information to ensure confidentiality • Computer spying device that records the sequences of keys typed on a keyboard. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-10-21
Across
- Tricking people to reveal information (6 letters)
- Tricking people into giving up confidential information (16 letters)
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- A safe practice for creating unique keys for accounts (8 letters)
- Malicious software demanding payment
- Phone-based scam to trick people (7 letters)
- Fake identity in an email (8 letters)
- Online trick to steal information via fake websites (8 letters)
- Cautiously sharing personal details (6 letters)
8 Clues: Malicious software demanding payment • Fake identity in an email (8 letters) • Phone-based scam to trick people (7 letters) • Cautiously sharing personal details (6 letters) • Tricking people to reveal information (6 letters) • Online trick to steal information via fake websites (8 letters) • A safe practice for creating unique keys for accounts (8 letters) • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-05-10
Across
- Defensive computer technology, software or hardware-based, created and installed to keep hackers and malware out. The firewall filters interactions with a computer, allowing or denying entry, to keep systems secure.
- Algorithmic technique utilized to change the contents of a file into something unreadable by anyone outside a specific chain of communication.
- A type of hacker. Whitehat hackers use their skills for good, helping organizations test their cybersecurity measures and find vulnerabilities.
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- A type of hacker. A blackhat hacker is an individual that uses their skills to cause damage like breaking into a computer system and stealing confidential information.
- Type of malware that prevents access to computer files. When a computer is infected with ransomware, the malicious software will encrypt files and request a ransom for decryption.
- Computer systems that have been infected by malware. The malware then allows the hacker to connect infected computers creating a network. This network, instructed by the hacker, can be used to carry out malicious attacks.
- Malware used to cause damage on personal computers, aimed at changing, erasing, or modifying data.
- To protect digital data, a consistently updated copy of files should be stored safely offline, in case a system is hacked and data is encrypted or lost.
8 Clues: Malware used to cause damage on personal computers, aimed at changing, erasing, or modifying data. • Algorithmic technique utilized to change the contents of a file into something unreadable by anyone outside a specific chain of communication. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-06-05
Across
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
- malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life
- the fraudulent use of a person's private identifying information.
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- prove or show (something) to be true, genuine, or valid.
- software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
- the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
- the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information
- a secure, apparently private network is achieved using encryption over a public network.
8 Clues: prove or show (something) to be true, genuine, or valid. • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data. • the fraudulent use of a person's private identifying information. • malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life • a secure, apparently private network is achieved using encryption over a public network. • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-09-20
Across
- A security protocol that ensures data integrity
- A type of attack that floods a network with traffic
- Method of verifying a user's identity
- A system's first line of defense
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- A piece of information used to access an account
- A common social engineering tactic
- A set of rules that filters network traffic
- A program that appears legitimate but is malicious
8 Clues: A system's first line of defense • A common social engineering tactic • Method of verifying a user's identity • A set of rules that filters network traffic • A security protocol that ensures data integrity • A piece of information used to access an account • A program that appears legitimate but is malicious • A type of attack that floods a network with traffic
Cybersecurity 2024-02-21
Across
- Technique of asymmetric encryption
- Malicious program capable of replicating and spreading
- Another protocol for securing internet communications
- Authentication system based on something the user possesses
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- Protocol for securing internet communications
- Technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly
- Type of attack that involves making a service unavailable
- International organization establishing information security standards
8 Clues: Technique of asymmetric encryption • Protocol for securing internet communications • Another protocol for securing internet communications • Malicious program capable of replicating and spreading • Type of attack that involves making a service unavailable • Authentication system based on something the user possesses • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-08-09
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- A type of malware that replicates itself by infecting other programs or files.
- A method used to circumvent security measures.
- An attempt to gain unauthorized access or cause harm to a system.
- Weaknesses in a system that can be exploited by attackers.
- A technique where attackers use fraudulent emails to steal sensitive information.
Down
- Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a system.
- The act of disguising communication to appear as if it comes from a trusted source.
- An incident where data is accessed without authorization.
8 Clues: A method used to circumvent security measures. • An incident where data is accessed without authorization. • Weaknesses in a system that can be exploited by attackers. • An attempt to gain unauthorized access or cause harm to a system. • A type of malware that replicates itself by infecting other programs or files. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-12-07
Across
- the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
- an individual, group, or application that receives data in the form of a collection. The data is used for query, analysis, and reporting.
- a random string of bits generated specifically to scramble and unscramble data. Is created with algorithms designed to ensure that each key is unique and unpredictable.
- assurance that the sender of information is provided with proof of delivery and the recipient is provided with proof of the sender's identity, so neither can later deny having processed the information.
- a process in which organizations assess the data that they hold and the level of protection it should be given.
- a senior stakeholder within your organisation who is accountable for the quality of one or more data sets.
- a computer network that is optimized to process a very high volume of data messages with minimal delay
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- a type of electronic signature that encrypts documents with digital codes that are particularly difficult to duplicate.
- a central or distributed university unit or computer system administrator responsible for the operation and management of systems and servers which collect, manage and provide access to institutional data.
- a person responsible for the organization's Privacy Program including but not limited to daily operations of the program, development, implementation, and maintenance of policies and procedures.
- a type of encryption where only one key (a secret key) is used to both encrypt and decrypt electronic information.
- a user interface, service or device that collects data that is relevant to a business. In many cases, multiple systems and processes may produce data for the same data entity.
- a form of encryption where a pair of keys are responsible for encrypting and decrypting data.
13 Clues: a form of encryption where a pair of keys are responsible for encrypting and decrypting data. • the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access. • a computer network that is optimized to process a very high volume of data messages with minimal delay • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2024-08-19
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- A malicious software program designed to replicate itself and spread to other system.
- Malicious software designed to secretly monitor and collect user information
- A security system designed to monitor, filter, and control network traffic to protect a computer or network
- The process of verifying the identity of a user
- A method for gaining unauthorized access or control
- A secret string of characters used to authenticate a user's identity and grant access to secured systems
- The use of digital platforms, such as social media or messaging services, to harass, threaten, or intimidate individuals
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- An individual or entity that engages in harmful, malicious, or unethical behavior.
- A manipulation technique used to deceive individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security
- A type of phishing attack that specifically targets high-level executives or senior officials
- A form of social engineering to deceive individuals
- A program designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software, such as viruses, worms
- The right or condition of being free from unauthorized observation or intrusion
13 Clues: The process of verifying the identity of a user • A form of social engineering to deceive individuals • A method for gaining unauthorized access or control • Malicious software designed to secretly monitor and collect user information • The right or condition of being free from unauthorized observation or intrusion • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-11-17
Across
- a malicious form of self-replicating software that does not attach itself to a file
- infects a computer so that it displays malicious adverts or pop-ups when the victim is online.
- a useful bot that monitors the prices of items to find the best deal
- a useful bot that provides customer service online
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- software that gains access to your computer with malicious intent.
- a malicious form of self-replicating software.
- a large collection of malware-infected devices
- software that appears as useful but actually performs malicious actions
8 Clues: a malicious form of self-replicating software. • a large collection of malware-infected devices • a useful bot that provides customer service online • software that gains access to your computer with malicious intent. • a useful bot that monitors the prices of items to find the best deal • software that appears as useful but actually performs malicious actions • ...
cybersecurity 2020-08-25
Across
- little files that webs save in your computer, like user, password etc.
- word used to refer to any type of malicious software
- it recopiles your information and sends it to an extern person without your consent
- programs that have as an objective to alter your computer's funcionment
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- security system against evil internet hackers or viruses.
- unsolicited mail.
- it is designed to combat viruses before they enter your system
- it's objective is to appear good to then trick you and hack you.
8 Clues: unsolicited mail. • word used to refer to any type of malicious software • security system against evil internet hackers or viruses. • it is designed to combat viruses before they enter your system • it's objective is to appear good to then trick you and hack you. • little files that webs save in your computer, like user, password etc. • ...