cybersecurity Crossword Puzzles

CyberSecurity 2022-08-25

CyberSecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. The state of being free from unwanted or undue intrusion or disturbance in one's private life or affairs; freedom to be let alone
  2. Detailed report, usually about a person
  3. rules for interacting politely online
  4. files stored on your computer (cell phone) that tell browsers how to remember your favorites and your previous searches
  5. the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
  6. Someone who intentionally targets people for harm using online chat rooms or social media.
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  1. The ability to act in a safe and responsible way on the Internet and other connected environments.
  2. A site or online community where people with like experiences or interests communicate with each other and share information, resources, etc.
  3. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. Any intrusive software developed by cybercriminals (often called “hackers”) to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
  2. A popular programming language used in security scripts
  3. A collection of software specifically designed to permit malicious program that gathers sensitive information, into your system
  4. A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
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  1. Software that records every keystroke made by a computer user, especially in order to gain fraudulent access to passwords and other confidential information
  2. A barrier between a trusted network and untrusted network that controls/monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic
  3. A type of social engineering, online scam where criminals send alluring emails to the organization, user, and more to collect sensitive information
  4. Computer programming that is used to track internet activity and gather sensitive information
  5. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. Make sure you set a strong one by using upper, lowercase, numbers and characters
  2. Organized and unauthorized use of an app to send thousands of messages to its users, either by fake or hacked profiles
  3. Common messaging platform for attackers to use for cyberattacks
  4. 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
  5. 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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  1. Malicious software that encrypts files or locks your computer, and retains control until you pay a certain amount of money
  2. Cyber-attackers use creative ways to trick you to enable them to steal it
  3. 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
  4. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. computer program that hides and replicates
  2. most common type of social engineering
  3. inspects network traffic
  4. octets network address
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  1. appears to be a legitimate file or program
  2. user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
  3. database that contains the login account information
  4. hexadecimal address
  5. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. computer program that hides and replicates
  2. most common type of social engineering
  3. inspects network traffic
  4. octets network address
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  1. appears to be a legitimate file or program
  2. user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
  3. database that contains the login account information
  4. hexadecimal address
  5. 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

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. A software designed to detect and remove viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious programs from a computer system or network.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 unit 10 and 11 vocabulary 2026-04-30

Cybersecurity unit 10 and 11 vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. Software designed to cause damage or gain unauthorized access to a computer or network.
  2. the process of securing software applications through reducing vulnerabilities.
  3. A physical security measure where methods like keycards and biometrics are used to authenticate who can access physical infrastructure.
  4. Malware that is designed to hold data or a computer system hostage until a fee is paid.
  5. A type of malware that, when executed, is designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers.
  6. a cybersecurity tool designed to detect and remove viruses
  7. The process of securing a network by securing access points and strengthening defenses against cyberthreats.
  8. A type of software that automatically displays or downloads ads to generate revenue.
  9. A type of malware that secretly installs itself onto a device without the user knowing or consenting.
  10. Securing an operating system through reducing the attack surface and configuring settings to be more secure.
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  1. Live monitoring of database and server grounds to watch for any suspicious activity
  2. Securing physical networking infrastructure such as servers and terminals through methods such as physical locks and biometrics.
  3. securing a database through reducing the attack surface.
  4. A cybersecurity technique of splitting up a network into multiple different parts to reduce how much is lost in a breach and increase performance.
  5. A type of malware that spreads across computers automatically without requiring user actions.
  6. the process of securing an IT system by reducing how many attack entrances there are.
  7. A cybersecurity tool designed to prevent detect and remove malware.
  8. A systematic examination of security measures and logs to verify security.

18 Clues: securing a database through reducing the attack surface. • a cybersecurity tool designed to detect and remove viruses • A cybersecurity tool designed to prevent detect and remove malware. • A systematic examination of security measures and logs to verify security. • the process of securing software applications through reducing vulnerabilities. • ...

Chapter 1 2025-02-04

Chapter 1 crossword puzzle
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  1. Masquerades as legitimate communications Common via email, text, social media
  2. First line of defense
  3. Data protection in cloud storage
  4. The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
  5. Malicious software designed to harm systems
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  1. Encrypts victim's files Demands payment for decryption
  2. A cybersecurity best practice. Makes it difficult for hackers to crack the user's password
  3. ransomware attack on a critical US energy infrastructure. Threatened distribution of gas and jet fuel
  4. type of hacking method that involves hacker cracking user's password
  5. type of malware

10 Clues: type of malware • First line of defense • Data protection in cloud storage • Malicious software designed to harm systems • Encrypts victim's files Demands payment for decryption • type of hacking method that involves hacker cracking user's password • Masquerades as legitimate communications Common via email, text, social media • ...

Cybersecurity 2022-04-05

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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  1. 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.
  2. A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
  3. 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.
  4. A type of malware that grants cybercriminals remote control of victims’ devices, oftentimes without the victims’ knowledge.
  5. Malware that involves advertising.
  6. 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

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. your computer will have many pop ups
  2. a piece of coding copying itself
  3. send ransom money
  4. used by the romans
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  1. what makes your computer harder to hack
  2. a person who takes or uses your computer information
  3. the other use for the word of a animal
  4. allows the hacker to spy on you
  5. scam emails or calls

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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. elettrodomestici evoluti
  2. inserirlo nella barra degli indirizzi
  3. dimostra chi è veramente il mittente
  4. ipermediale
  5. linguaggio delle pagine web
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  1. gestire il proprio conto corrente
  2. dominio
  3. regole comuni
  4. ragnatela grande

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

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. protocol for securing internet communications
  2. malware that watch your online activities without you knowing
  3. type of attack that involves trying all possibilities to find a password or codes
  4. design flaw in a computer program
  5. encrypt messages with keys
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  1. weakness in a computer system allowing an attacker to harm the integrity of that system
  2. check the data flows and what types of communications are allowed on a computer network.
  3. computer attack that aims to obtain personal data by relying on identity theft
  4. 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 2025-11-03

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. Software designed to harm or exploit devices
  2. Process of converting data into a coded form
  3. Security system that blocks unauthorized access
  4. Person who tries to gain unauthorized access to systems
  5. Program that protects your computer from viruses
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  1. Incident where sensitive information is exposed
  2. Software That secretly monitors your activity
  3. Scam where attackers trick you into giving personal info
  4. Secret word or phrase used for access

9 Clues: Secret word or phrase used for access • Software designed to harm or exploit devices • Process of converting data into a coded form • Software That secretly monitors your activity • Incident where sensitive information is exposed • Security system that blocks unauthorized access • Program that protects your computer from viruses • ...

Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-03

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
  2. A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
  3. An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
  4. An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
  5. A technique hackers use to hide their identity to pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
  6. A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
  7. A weakness in computer software
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  1. A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
  2. A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
  3. A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
  4. The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
  5. A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
  6. An acronym that stands for Distributed Denial of Service
  7. An extra copy of data from a computer
  8. 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

Cybersecurity Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. Mobile Acquisition
  2. Picus Security
  3. Incident Response
  4. GRC
  5. Razeen
  6. Toddlers
  7. Data Classification
  8. Philip Cherian
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  1. Mobile Device Management
  2. Video Forensics
  3. Checkmarx
  4. External Threat Landscape
  5. #NotTraditionalPAM
  6. Purple
  7. Teel Tech

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

Cybersecurity Awareness crossword puzzle
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  1. measures that reduce the likelihood of an unwanted occurrence or lessen its consequences
  2. software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process
  3. a computer program that can replicate itself, infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user, and spread further
  4. an attack method that uses trial and error to crack passwords
  5. abuse of electronic messaging systems to indiscriminately send unsolicited bulk messages
  6. a type of malware that conceals its true content to fool a user into thinking it's a harmless file
  7. 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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  1. the ability to adapt to changing conditions and prepare for, withstand, and rapidly recover from disruption
  2. a digital form of social engineering to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information or exposing their system to malware
  3. limits network traffic between networks or systems
  4. an unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system
  5. the process of verifying one's identity
  6. a technology that allows a program to interact with the internals of another program running on a different machine
  7. An attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information
  8. 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

Cybersecurity Definitions crossword puzzle
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  1. hack into telecommunications systems, especially to obtain free calls.
  2. a type of network attack used to gain unauthorized access to systems within a security perimeter
  3. a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
  4. If users are unable to achieve the defined goal.
  5. are useful in passwordless and multi-factor authentication. Hidden form field is used to store session information of a client
  6. the condition of an electronics, software, or other system where the system's substantive behavior is dependent on the sequence or timing of oth
  7. Where the attacker intercepts and relays messages between two parties who believe they are communicating with each other
  8. someone who broke into computer systems, bypassed passwords or licenses in computer programs, or in other ways intentionally breached computer security.
  9. Is a more advanced technique to get user’s credentials by making effort to enter users into the website
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  1. Used by hijacking to gain access to a targets computer or online accounts
  2. The act of entering false information into a DNS cache
  3. a systematic approach to managing all changes made to a product or system
  4. Espionage or trespass occurs when an unauthorized individual attempts to gain illegal access to organizational information
  5. a code injection technique used to attack data-driven applications, in which malicious SQL statements are inserted into an entry field for execution
  6. 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

Cybersecurity Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. "pretty good privacy"
  2. private modification
  3. corrective measures
  4. private readability
  5. pick out at risk information
  6. react
  7. awareness of intrusions
  8. data restoration
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  1. converting plain text for confidentiality
  2. ability to access
  3. multi-use accounts
  4. illegal activity in cyberspace
  5. verifying logins (acronym)
  6. copyright protection
  7. 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

Cybersecurity terms crossword puzzle
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  1. the process of converting plaintext data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access
  2. a type of malicious software that automatically downloads advertisements on a device
  3. process of converting data into a fixed-size string of characters for unique identificaton
  4. a type of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or useful software
  5. the process of monitoring network or system activities for malicious activities
  6. technique that isolates applications or processes in a controlled environment
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  1. a type of malicious software or hardware that records keystrokes made by a user
  2. a security approach that allows only pre-approved users to access a network
  3. an incident of unauthorized access to sensitive, protected or confidential data
  4. the practice of securing information by transforming it into an unreadable format
  5. a network of compromised computers that are controlled remotely by a hacker to perform automated tasks
  6. a malicious software designed to gain unauthorized access to a network while hiding its presence
  7. a software update designed to fix vulnerabilities, bugs, or improve functionality
  8. any device that connects to a network and serves as a point of entry for data
  9. 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 Terms 2025-04-09

Cybersecurity Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. A software update to fix security flaws. (5 letters)
  2. Manipulating people to divulge confidential information. (15 letters)
  3. Granting permissions to access resources. (13 letters)
  4. System that monitors networks for suspicious activity. (3 letters)
  5. Malware that encrypts files and demands payment. (11 letters)
  6. A network security system that blocks unauthorized access. (8 letters)
  7. Weakness in a system that can be exploited. (12 letters)
  8. Securely connects a user to a network over the internet. (3 letters)
  9. Exploit targeting a previously unknown vulnerability. (8 letters)
  10. Attack that overwhelms a system with traffic to crash it. (4 letters)
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  1. Security method requiring two types of verification. (10 letters, hyphenated)
  2. Scrambling data to make it unreadable without a key. (10 letters)
  3. Malicious software designed to harm or exploit systems. (7 letters)
  4. Process of verifying a user’s identity. (14 letters)
  5. Deceptive emails or messages to steal sensitive data. (8 letters)

15 Clues: A software update to fix security flaws. (5 letters) • Process of verifying a user’s identity. (14 letters) • Granting permissions to access resources. (13 letters) • Weakness in a system that can be exploited. (12 letters) • Malware that encrypts files and demands payment. (11 letters) • Scrambling data to make it unreadable without a key. (10 letters) • ...

Trey cybersecurity 2026-04-01

Trey cybersecurity crossword puzzle
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  1. When sensitive information is exposed or stolen
  2. The process of converting data into a secure code
  3. A type of malware that spreads by attaching to files
  4. Malware that locks your data and demands money to unlock it
  5. Malware that spreads on its own without needing a file
  6. Software that secretly collects your personal information
  7. A scam where attackers trick you into giving personal info through fake messages
  8. Protection of a computer network from threats
  9. A security method that requires two ways to confirm identity
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  1. Software designed to harm or damage a computer
  2. A secret set of characters used to access an account
  3. The trail of data you leave online
  4. A system that blocks unauthorized access to a network
  5. The process of verifying a user’s identity
  6. A person who gains unauthorized access to systems

15 Clues: The trail of data you leave online • The process of verifying a user’s identity • Protection of a computer network from threats • Software designed to harm or damage a computer • When sensitive information is exposed or stolen • The process of converting data into a secure code • A person who gains unauthorized access to systems • ...

I made this using crosswordlabs and google 2025-09-21

I made this using crosswordlabs and google crossword puzzle
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  1. the repeated use of electronic communication technology—like cell phones, computers, tablets, and social media—to harass, threaten, humiliate, or target another person
  2. a cybersecurity professional who uses their hacking skills to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in computer systems without the permission of the system owner and with malicious intent
  3. any data that can be used to distinguish, trace, or identify a specific individual
  4. any data that can be used to distinguish, trace, or identify a specific individual
  5. a cybersecurity professional who uses their hacking skills to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in computer systems with the permission of the system owner
  6. an IT professional who installs, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots computer networks to ensure they operate efficiently, reliably, and securely
  7. facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.
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  1. the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
  2. the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
  3. a structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that is accessible in various ways.
  4. search for and publish private or identifying information about (a particular individual) on the internet, typically with malicious intent.
  5. a cybersecurity professional who uses their hacking skills to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in computer systems without the permission of the system owner and without malicious intent

12 Clues: facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. • any data that can be used to distinguish, trace, or identify a specific individual • any data that can be used to distinguish, trace, or identify a specific individual • a structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that is accessible in various ways. • ...

Chris's Crossword 2023-11-29

Chris's Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Coat closet
  2. Number of senators
  3. Yearly certification
  4. NATO Drafter?
  5. @_
  6. Kentucky Derby Lover?
  7. Chuckles, say
  8. Reporter's tool
  9. Legislative roundup
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  1. Green Thing
  2. Motion for _
  3. Type of fruit and fearless leader
  4. Ending, say
  5. A General and employer

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

Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-02

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
  2. A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
  3. An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
  4. An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
  5. A technique hackers use to hide their identity pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
  6. A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
  7. A weakness in computer software
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  1. A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
  2. A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
  3. A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
  4. The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
  5. A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
  6. An acronym that stands for distributed denial of service
  7. An extra copy of data from a computer
  8. 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

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. To figure out or break a code or cipher.
  2. The science of analyzing or breaking secret codes or ciphers to reveal hidden messages.
  3. Central Intelligence Agency
  4. a message written in code or cipher; the encrypted message that must be decoded.
  5. a message written out in “plain” English that anyone can read; it has not been encoded.
  6. The science of writing hidden or concealed messages using secret codes or ciphers.
  7. To put words into code or cipher form.
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  1. A system where symbols, groups of letters or numbers, pictures or words, are substituted to represent other words or phrases.
  2. a person who secretly collects and reports information on the activities, movements, and plans of an enemy or competitor.
  3. the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
  4. Central Security Service
  5. National Security Agency
  6. A system where one letter or symbol is methodically substituted for another letter or symbol.
  7. The science of studying codes and ciphers.
  8. 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 Vocabulary 2025-05-01

Cybersecurity Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. Attack involving the lack of or reduction of a computer resource
  2. Information about a person that can be used to leverage access
  3. Side of CIA Triad that involves Trust
  4. Software installed on a person's computer to record that person's keystrokes and mouse clicks
  5. Social Engineering attack involving scam messages sent via text message
  6. Side of CIA Triad involving redundancy and reliability
  7. Passively gathers information about a potential victim for future use in an attack
Down
  1. Attack performed using phone calls to coerce victims to reveal personal information
  2. Side of CIA Triad that involves Passwords
  3. Social engineering tactic where a hacker pretends to be a member of senior management who is authorized to gain access to a system
  4. Social Engineering example that involves fake e-mails attempting to steal PII
  5. Attack that takes advantage of people who use short, common words or combinations of these words as their passwords
  6. Eavesdropping that uses programs such as packet sniffers to capture data being transmitted over a network.
  7. Where an attacker tries to use every possible combination of letters and numbers until the find a password.
  8. Network attack involving a "botnet" that aims to reduce resources or access

15 Clues: Side of CIA Triad that involves Trust • Side of CIA Triad that involves Passwords • Side of CIA Triad involving redundancy and reliability • Information about a person that can be used to leverage access • Attack involving the lack of or reduction of a computer resource • Social Engineering attack involving scam messages sent via text message • ...

Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-05-15

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. writing statements in order to create a program
  2. the programs that perform actions on a device like operating systems
  3. devices that are connected together for the purpose of sharing information
  4. accessing a device or network without permission or authorization
  5. a global open network that allows information dispersal and instantaneous communication
  6. identifies specific devices on a network
  7. an instruction set to a computer in order to perform an action
  8. a specific set of multiple instructions used to perform actions on a device
  9. information that is returned or transmitted by a device
  10. using codes to secure information
Down
  1. the physical electronic objects like a computer
  2. the unauthorized collection of secure or private information
  3. precautions taken to guard against crime that involves the internet
  4. accomplished when data is sent to a device
  5. 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

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Software that monitors user activities and reports them to a third party
  2. A test that outlines the steps to restoring data after a severe setback
  3. A successful hack to gain control of a network and leak its data
  4. A scan hackers use to detect areas of weakness via sending messages to identify activity
  5. a type of computer network device that interconnects with other networks using the same protocol
  6. An intermediary server between a user and the internet that protects the enterprise from outside intrusion
  7. The practice of adhering to standards and regulatory requirements
Down
  1. An AI-manipulated video in someone’s likeness to spread misleading information
  2. Malicious software often in the form of spam emails
  3. A misleading computer program with a name deriving from Greek history
  4. A scam perpetrated by a hacker posing as a legitimate
  5. A small update to fix bugs in existing programs
  6. A special code to protect your digital information
  7. An internal computer network closed to outsiders
  8. 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 • ...

Cybersecurity Recap 2026-01-22

Cybersecurity Recap crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Harmful software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system
  2. The process of determining what an authenticated user is allowed to access or do
  3. A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic
  4. The process of proving who you are, such as logging in with a password or fingerprint
  5. A type of malware that spreads by attaching itself to files and can damage or delete data
  6. Authentication a security method that requires two forms of verification to access an account
Down
  1. The process of converting data into a coded format so only authorized users can read it
  2. Ensuring systems and data are accessible when needed
  3. Malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it
  4. Engineering manipulating people into giving up confidential information rather than hacking systems
  5. Triad a cybersecurity model that includes confidentiality, integrity, and availability
  6. A cyber attack where scammers send fake emails or messages to trick people into giving personal information
  7. Making sure data is accurate and has not been altered without permission
  8. Ensuring that information is only accessible to authorized users
  9. A secret word or phrase used to access an account or system

15 Clues: Ensuring systems and data are accessible when needed • A secret word or phrase used to access an account or system • Ensuring that information is only accessible to authorized users • Making sure data is accurate and has not been altered without permission • The process of determining what an authenticated user is allowed to access or do • ...

Cybersecurity crossword 2026-04-02

Cybersecurity crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Overloads a system to shut it down
  2. Converting data into a fixed code for security
  3. Update that fixes security flaws
  4. Harmful software
  5. Verifying a user’s identity
  6. Converting encrypted data back to normal
  7. Locks data and demands payment
Down
  1. Newly discovered, unpatched vulnerability
  2. Fake messages to steal sensitive info
  3. Filters network traffic to block threats
  4. Granting access to resources
  5. Scrambling data to keep it secure
  6. Secures internet connection privately
  7. Detects and removes malicious software
  8. Secretly monitors user activity

15 Clues: Harmful software • Verifying a user’s identity • Granting access to resources • Locks data and demands payment • Secretly monitors user activity • Update that fixes security flaws • Scrambling data to keep it secure • Overloads a system to shut it down • Fake messages to steal sensitive info • Secures internet connection privately • Detects and removes malicious software • ...

EZOREF Weekly Bulletin Crossword 2021-07-05

EZOREF Weekly Bulletin Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. much like standard AV, having an effective ------ solution is vital
  2. While Secpod provides an array of solutions to your corporate pain points, it was primarily introduced as a ----- management tool
  3. Quick Heal's Enterprise Grade cybersecurity brand
  4. Konnect Insights is identified as a next-gen social -------
  5. Global leader, ethos being 'The truth in information'
Down
  1. Forescout is positioned as a Modern ---
  2. founded in 1987, providing unparalleled cybersecurity solution now known as the device to cloud cybersecurity company
  3. IOB is an acronym for the Internet of ---------
  4. 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.
  5. 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 • ...

Cybersecurity 2024-02-06

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A piece of software designed to fix security vulnerabilities or improve functionality.
  2. The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
  3. Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems and data.
  4. Authentication based on physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints or voice patterns.
Down
  1. Network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
  2. Process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or application.
  3. The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
  4. Fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.
  5. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 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.
  2. Multi-factor _____ is an authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access.
  3. A ____ attack is spamming a web server with so many requests so close together that it crashes.
  4. 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
  5. ____ is any program code that explicitly attempts to bypass appropriate authorization safeguards and/or perform unauthorized functions.
Down
  1. 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.
  2. ____ is an attempt by cybercriminals posing as legitimate institutions, usually via email, to obtain sensitive information from targeted individuals.
  3. ____ guessing is an attempt to gain access to a computer system by methodically trying to determine a user’s password
  4. 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 2025-06-27

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Malware hidden inside another program.
  2. A ransomware that attacks networks using a protocol that helps computers communicate with printers and other devices
  3. Mechanism to run program
  4. Vulnerability of a system or program that manages to cede control to unauthorized persons.
Down
  1. Technology that allows the extension of the local area network a public network such as the Internet.
  2. software that allows anonymous access to the Internet through a series of virtual tunnels or sub-layers that prevent direct connection to the network.
  3. Exposure of private information.
  4. Tool that captures data packets on a network.
  5. Malware that copies itself and spreads across networks

9 Clues: Mechanism to run program • Exposure of private information. • Malware hidden inside another program. • Tool that captures data packets on a network. • Malware that copies itself and spreads across networks • Vulnerability of a system or program that manages to cede control to unauthorized persons. • ...

Cybersecurity 2024-10-23

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This method scrambles data so that only authorized people can read it
  2. the practice of keeping computer systems safe
  3. a hacker sneaks in between two people who are communicating
  4. acts like a barrier between your computer and the internet
Down
  1. harmful software that can damage your computer
  2. Software detect and remove harmful software
  3. attackers send fake emails
  4. uses malware to lock your files so you can’t access them
  5. 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 • ...

revision 2022-09-14

revision crossword puzzle
Across
  1. захист
  2. злиття_акцій
  3. комплексні_рішення
  4. штаб-квартира
  5. власники_акцій
Down
  1. проривні_технології
  2. під_керівництвом
  3. кібербезпека
  4. розсувати кордони
  5. виявляти_загрози

10 Clues: захист • кібербезпека • злиття_акцій • штаб-квартира • власники_акцій • під_керівництвом • виявляти_загрози • розсувати кордони • комплексні_рішення • проривні_технології

Cybersecurity Challenge 2019-10-11

Cybersecurity Challenge crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Northern Bank's Core Values
  2. Location of the Bank's Disaster Recovery Site
  3. A way to access the Bank’s resources remotely
  4. Programs installed on your phone
  5. Password should always be?
  6. Key word used to send secure email
  7. Think before you -- ?
  8. Type of an Operating system
  9. A device you should not plug in
Down
  1. A type of malware that encrypts your file
  2. A type of an email scam
  3. Department to call for computer issues
  4. Most likely NFL team to win the superbowl in 2020
  5. Last name of the VP of IT
  6. 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

Cybersecurity Risk crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Convert an item, such as data, into a code or cipher.
  2. Short for malicious software
  3. Software that encrypts data on someone's device until that person agrees to pay to regain access.
  4. Similar to a password but uses multiple words together.
  5. Legitimate of innocent-looking emails asking you to respond with personal data or to click on a link.
  6. Disguising an email address or phone number to convince you that you are interacting with a trusted friend or source.
  7. False or inaccurate information.
  8. Acronym for Pause, Ask, Think.
  9. Range of activities that guide how we manage digital data.
Down
  1. Measures taken to protect computer systems.
  2. Type of identity that is established by an internet user.
  3. Software written to damage a computer's performance, steal, or alter data.
  4. The practice of phishing using text messages
  5. Type of data that can be found as part of public record.
  6. 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. • ...

Cybersecurity Month 2025-10-03

Cybersecurity Month crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Unauthorized access to data
  2. Network security barrier
  3. Software update to fix vulnerabilities
  4. Fraudulent attempt to get personal information
  5. Malicious software that demands payment
  6. Local tribal community hosting IT services
  7. Measures to protect information and systems
Down
  1. Name of the tribal nation
  2. IT support for users
  3. Extra layer of login security
  4. Software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access
  5. Secret code to access accounts
  6. Secure remote network connection
  7. Process of converting data to unreadable format
  8. Copy of data for recovery

15 Clues: IT support for users • Network security barrier • Name of the tribal nation • Copy of data for recovery • Unauthorized access to data • Extra layer of login security • Secret code to access accounts • Secure remote network connection • Software update to fix vulnerabilities • Malicious software that demands payment • Local tribal community hosting IT services • ...

Cybersecurity crossword 2026-04-02

Cybersecurity crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bad software
  2. person who breaks into systems
  3. secret code to log in
  4. stored information
  5. scrambles data
  6. proves identity
Down
  1. blocks unwanted access
  2. locks files for money
  3. saved copy of files
  4. spreads and harms computers
  5. tracks your activity
  6. data leak incident
  7. software that stops threats
  8. fake message scam
  9. connected computers

15 Clues: bad software • scrambles data • proves identity • fake message scam • data leak incident • stored information • saved copy of files • connected computers • tracks your activity • locks files for money • secret code to log in • blocks unwanted access • spreads and harms computers • software that stops threats • person who breaks into systems

Cyber Awareness Crossword 2024-10-01

Cyber Awareness Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The act of ensuring data is kept safe from unauthorized access.
  2. A visual verification tool used to distinguish humans from bots.
  3. Stronger than a basic password, this adds an extra layer of security.
  4. The process of confirming a user’s identity.
  5. Software designed to track user activity without consent.
Down
  1. The main goal of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
  2. The practice of safeguarding digital information.
  3. A common method to protect data by encoding it.
  4. The term for unauthorized access to a network.
  5. A program that appears legitimate but performs harmful actions.
  6. A type of software update that protects against vulnerabilities.
  7. 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. • ...

a39 2026-05-29

a39 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. National symbol
  2. National bird
  3. Legal freedoms
  4. Annual address
  5. Money paid to government
  6. Sea military force
  7. Early American settlements
  8. Digital protection
Down
  1. Presidential swearing
  2. Members of the union
  3. Rule of society
  4. Colonial ruling country
  5. Boston protest item
  6. Core American value
  7. Civic action

15 Clues: Civic action • National bird • Legal freedoms • Annual address • National symbol • Rule of society • Sea military force • Digital protection • Boston protest item • Core American value • Members of the union • Presidential swearing • Colonial ruling country • Money paid to government • Early American settlements

Women in Tech 2023-02-22

Women in Tech crossword puzzle
Across
  1. - Computers
  2. - Remodeling
  3. - Vendor
  4. - Technology
  5. - Telecommunication
  6. - Security
Down
  1. - Processor
  2. - Robotization
  3. - Machinery
  4. - Vendor

10 Clues: - Vendor • - Vendor • - Security • - Processor • - Computers • - Machinery • - Remodeling • - Technology • - Robotization • - Telecommunication

Angol 2025-09-09

Angol crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Network
  2. intelligencia Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  3. Algorithm
  4. Cloud
  5. Cybersecurity
Down
  1. Coding
  2. Data
  3. valóság Virtual Reality
  4. Hardware
  5. Software

10 Clues: Data • Cloud • Coding • Network • Hardware • Software • Algorithm • Cybersecurity • valóság Virtual Reality • intelligencia Artificial Intelligence (AI)

021-1 2024-07-12

021-1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Term for when security is breached
  2. Malicious code used in the attack
  3. Joint groups formed to improve cybersecurity
  4. Efforts to reduce the impact of the attack
  5. Tech giant also affected by the attack
  6. Public and private sectors working together
  7. Russian state-sponsored group behind the attack
  8. U.S. Department of Homeland Security's response
  9. Type of actor behind the attack
  10. Another name for the attackers
  11. Key focus in the aftermath of the attack
  12. Type of analysis conducted to investigate the attack
  13. Weaknesses exploited by the attackers
Down
  1. Techniques used by attackers to avoid detection
  2. Another term for the security incident
  3. Process of uncovering the details of the attack
  4. U.S. response to the attack
  5. IT company at the center of the attack
  6. The effect of the attack on organizations
  7. Cybersecurity firm that discovered the breach
  8. Software updates released by SolarWinds
  9. Actions pursued against the attackers
  10. U.S. department that was compromised
  11. U.S. body that held hearings on the attack
  12. 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 • ...

SIP & SOLVE 2026-04-14

SIP & SOLVE crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Secondary school
  2. Favorite artist
  3. Job
  4. Favorite way to unwind:
  5. Middle name
  6. Favorite food
  7. Where he grew up
  8. what are we celebrating today
Down
  1. His most used app
  2. Benz Dream car
  3. Favorite thing to watch
  4. Hidden talent
  5. Favorite drink
  6. Nickname

14 Clues: Job • Nickname • Middle name • Hidden talent • Favorite food • Favorite drink • Benz Dream car • Favorite artist • Secondary school • Where he grew up • His most used app • Favorite thing to watch • Favorite way to unwind: • what are we celebrating today

CIS178 Jake Stevenson 2023-01-25

CIS178 Jake Stevenson crossword puzzle
Across
  1. virtual private network
  2. posing as authorized user
  3. type of malware
  4. protects you from virus
  5. protecting online data
  6. explicitly allowed
  7. security system
  8. malicious software
  9. explicitly not allowed
  10. not human
  11. gaining unauthorized access
Down
  1. network of networks
  2. type of scam
  3. protects you from malware
  4. harassment on the internet
  5. unsolicited advertisements
  6. two-factor authentication
  7. another word for information
  8. securing data
  9. 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 & Web Exploitation Crossword 2022-11-16

Cybersecurity & Web Exploitation Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. CSRF attacks use the ___ of other users without their knowledge.
  2. "Access control" is ensuring users cannot act outside of intended ___.
  3. You access web applications with this.
  4. As the ___ of web apps increase, the possibility of vulnerabilities also increase.
  5. When a malicious actor hijacks clicks meant for a visible top-level site.
  6. For security reasons, by default, web apps should not ___ data from the browser.
  7. The OSI model has ___ layers.
Down
  1. Denial-of-Service attacks ___ a target site with fake requests to disrupt service.
  2. In cybersecurity, blue teams do this.
  3. Acronym for the organization set up to improve software security in 2001.
  4. SQL injection attacks can give ___ to data users typically can't retrieve.
  5. What does the "I" in OSI stand for?
  6. In cybersecurity, red teams do this.
  7. ___ hat hackers hack unethically, for personal gain.
  8. ___ 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. • ...

Risk Awareness Month 2024-05-17

Risk Awareness Month crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Use water ________(9 letters)appliances and fittings [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
  2. Flooding at expressways and major ________(13 letters) [Word found in EDM on operational risks]
  3. Ensure your computers and devices are updated with the latest security ________(7 letters) [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
  4. ________(11 letters) form the 1st line of defence in our risk governance framework [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
Down
  1. Good ________(6 letters) marksmanship [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
  2. ________(10 letters) effort of every level [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
  3. We are not immune to ________(13 letters) risks [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
  4. ________(3 letters) can make a difference [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
  5. Risk ________(9 letters) Month [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
  6. ________(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] • ...

Data Privacy Crossword Puzzle 2025-01-14

Data Privacy Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Unauthorized access to data or systems
  2. What employees must change regularly to maintain cybersecurity
  3. Law requiring Canadian organizations to obtain consent before collecting data
  4. The legal term for data that can identify an individual
  5. A method of converting readable data into a coded format
  6. The principle of limiting data collection to only what is necessary
Down
  1. Cyberattacks often delivered through email, attempting to steal credentials
  2. Fraudulent practice of sending fake emails pretending to be from a legitimate source
  3. Software designed to detect and prevent malware
  4. The act of reporting suspicious activity or data breaches
  5. A secret word or phrase used to authenticate access to systems
  6. Cybersecurity framework used for protecting payment data
  7. Protection of sensitive information, also known as___
  8. A method to authenticate users beyond just a password

14 Clues: Unauthorized access to data or systems • Software designed to detect and prevent malware • Protection of sensitive information, also known as___ • A method to authenticate users beyond just a password • The legal term for data that can identify an individual • Cybersecurity framework used for protecting payment data • ...

CIS101 2026-03-13

CIS101 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Leaked private information
  2. Security deny list
  3. Harmful software program
  4. Breaks into computer systems
  5. Connected computer system
  6. Secret login code
  7. Fake email scam
  8. Extra login verification
Down
  1. Blocked access list
  2. Protecting digital systems
  3. Secret tracking software
  4. Multiple login verification
  5. Scrambles data securely
  6. Blocks unwanted traffic
  7. Locks files for money
  8. Extra saved copy
  9. Private internet connection
  10. Self spreading malware
  11. Malware disguised safe
  12. Software security fix

20 Clues: Fake email scam • Extra saved copy • Secret login code • Security deny list • Blocked access list • Locks files for money • Software security fix • Self spreading malware • Malware disguised safe • Scrambles data securely • Blocks unwanted traffic • Secret tracking software • Harmful software program • Extra login verification • Connected computer system • Leaked private information • ...

Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-04-28

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Filters traffic on a network
  2. Linux tool to encrypt and decrypt
  3. Encryption that only uses a public and private key
  4. A way of accessing a system remotely
  5. Linux command to search a file for a string
  6. I in CIA
  7. Tricks people into making themselves vulnerable
Down
  1. Stores files in itself
  2. Physical, Technical, Procedural and Legal controls that can be applied; second framework concept
  3. Ethical hacking
  4. Use of shifting characters to hide a message
  5. Keeping information offsite for easy recovery
  6. Malicious software
  7. 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 • ...

Probably Cybersecurity 2025-04-29

Probably Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. something even Macs need
  2. fingerprints, and perhaps, the retina
  3. "i always feel like somebody is watching me."
  4. no party can deny
  5. deluge
  6. a list of instructions
Down
  1. logging in
  2. "i'm breaking into the _"
  3. Try Again Try Again Try Again
  4. H@rd2Guess
  5. network filter
  6. am i legit?
  7. you won! click here!
  8. pay 2 decrypt

14 Clues: deluge • logging in • H@rd2Guess • am i legit? • pay 2 decrypt • network filter • no party can deny • you won! click here! • a list of instructions • something even Macs need • "i'm breaking into the _" • Try Again Try Again Try Again • fingerprints, and perhaps, the retina • "i always feel like somebody is watching me."

Cybersecurity Crossword 2026-01-09

Cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. When data is accessed or stolen without permission.
  2. A dishonest scheme to steal money or information.
  3. Connected computers or devices that share information.
  4. Gaining unauthorized access to a computer or network.
  5. Ethics Responsible and fair behavior when using technology.
  6. Illegal activities involving computers or the internet.
  7. Hacker A hacker who tests security legally to help fix weaknesses.
  8. Harmful software designed to damage or steal information.
Down
  1. Malware that spreads by attaching to files or programs.
  2. Information stored or transmitted digitally (photos, passwords, messages).
  3. Protecting computers, networks, and data from digital attacks.
  4. A computer or group of devices working together.
  5. Fake emails or messages tricking people into giving personal info.
  6. Malware that locks files and demands payment to unlock them.

14 Clues: A computer or group of devices working together. • A dishonest scheme to steal money or information. • When data is accessed or stolen without permission. • Gaining unauthorized access to a computer or network. • Connected computers or devices that share information. • Malware that spreads by attaching to files or programs. • ...

All About Isabella Crossword 2024-06-15

All About Isabella Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. focus study of my major
  2. favorite color
  3. cultural background
  4. passion outside of school
  5. why I transferred schools
  6. college
  7. zodiac sign
Down
  1. favorite sport to play
  2. first language
  3. beloved and childhood favorite coast
  4. my kitty's name
  5. elementary school
  6. favorite subject in school
  7. earned networking certification
  8. favorite food
  9. 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

Enterprise Risk Management Puzzle Activity 2025-01-20

Enterprise Risk Management Puzzle Activity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The act that aims to safeguard individuals in various settings.
  2. The abbreviation for the act that mandates corporate governance and accountability.
  3. The division that reviews financial regulations in Jamaica.
  4. The ministry that has implemented training and development programs.
  5. The kind of financial losses that can result from misuse of public funds.
  6. A common cybersecurity threat that uses fake emails.
  7. A type of data that must be handled with care.
Down
  1. The practice of protecting digital systems from attacks.
  2. Type of bond providing rapid financial support after a disaster.
  3. A type of risk that can result in cessation of business activity.
  4. A risk that may be caused by natural disasters.
  5. A plan for maintaining operations during disruptions.
  6. A type of hazard that can cause musculoskeletal injuries.
  7. A risk that can be caused by inadequate policies.
  8. The type of hazard that includes bacteria and viruses.
  9. A way to secure important documents.
  10. The abbreviation of the office that ensures transparent government procurement.
  11. A potential source of harm or adverse effects.
  12. Public sector program focused on workforce development.

19 Clues: A way to secure important documents. • A potential source of harm or adverse effects. • A type of data that must be handled with care. • A risk that may be caused by natural disasters. • A risk that can be caused by inadequate policies. • A common cybersecurity threat that uses fake emails. • A plan for maintaining operations during disruptions. • ...

Vocabulary Test LKE Media A 2022-03-14

Vocabulary Test LKE Media A crossword puzzle
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  1. durchsetzen
  2. eine Webseite schließen
  3. Suchmaschine
  4. technikaffin
  5. Sicherheit im Netz
  6. die aktuellsten Nachrichten über
Down
  1. unbeschränkt
  2. offline gehen
  3. Verkaufszahlen
  4. jemanden oder etwas misstrauen
  5. Berichterstattung

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 Awareness 2016-09-30

CyberSecurity Awareness crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Electronic messages NOT handled by the Post Office
  2. A copy of the data to be used if needed
  3. Abbreviation for Instant Messaging
  4. A mobile phone built on a mobile computing platform that is not dumb
  5. A computer program that can retrieve and display information from the Internet
  6. Software that is loaded onto a computer to identify and remove viruses
  7. Abbreviation for Protected Health Information
Down
  1. Unauthorized person who tries to break into your system or network
  2. A shortened name for malicious software
  3. A secret series of characters used to authenticate a person's identity
  4. A computer network, that an organization uses for its own internal sites like MyNews or PurplePages.
  5. A technique made to scramble data making it unreadable and unusable
  6. Method used by criminals to HOOK you into giving up sensitive information.
  7. 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

Cybersecurity Awareness crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Settings that users can control to limit what an app can access on their device.
  2. A technique used to steal sensitive information by tricking users through fake apps or emails.
  3. A sum of money demanded by attackers in exchange for unlocking encrypted files.
  4. The type of port that a Rubber Ducky uses to connect to a target machine.
  5. malicious software that decrypt all user files after receiving money.
  6. The best way to prevent Bluetooth attacks when not in use is to _______ your Bluetooth.
Down
  1. Clicking ___ will lead you to download unwanted software to your device or visiting a phishing website
  2. A software that protects your device from viruses.
  3. A harmful software that can be delivered through a Rubber Ducky attack, download from unknown sources, and by clicking advertisements.
  4. A ___ secretly monitors user activity.
  5. Report to ___ if received a suspicious email from an unknown sender.
  6. ___ is manipulating their victims in giving away sensitive information using phone calls.
  7. A software that delivers advertising content randomly inside user device.
  8. 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. • ...

Cybersecurity Terms 2026-02-25

Cybersecurity Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Flooding a service so it can’t respond normally.
  2. A fix released to close a security hole.
  3. Login info (like usernames, passwords, tokens).
  4. A second step to confirm a login (code/app prompt).
  5. Many infected devices controlled together by an attacker.
Down
  1. A weakness in software/system that can be exploited.
  2. Scrambling data so only the right key can read it.
  3. Threat coming from someone within the organisation.
  4. Installing the latest version to improve/secure software.
  5. Malware that locks files until money is demanded.
  6. Trick messages designed to steal info or make you click.
  7. When data is accessed/stolen without permission.
  8. A secret used to access an account.
  9. Multiple methods to prove identity (similar to 2FA).

14 Clues: A secret used to access an account. • A fix released to close a security hole. • Login info (like usernames, passwords, tokens). • When data is accessed/stolen without permission. • Flooding a service so it can’t respond normally. • Malware that locks files until money is demanded. • Scrambling data so only the right key can read it. • ...

Cybersecurity trainning 2018-03-12

Cybersecurity trainning crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a hostile message that may contain obscene language.
  2. techniques used by people who want to sexually harm children and young people get close to them and gain their trust.
  3. willful, repeated harm through electronic text.
  4. a trail of the user’s activity in cyberspace.
  5. information about your visit recorded automatically on your computer
  6. sending, receiving, or forwarding sexually explicit messages, photographs or images
  7. malicious software or code designed to damage computer or collect information.
Down
  1. unsolicited e-mail, or junk mail.
  2. engine an Internet service that helps you search for information on the web.
  3. Internet gamers who intentionally cause problems and/or cyberbully other gamers.
  4. Rules for interacting courteously with others online
  5. allows you to block certain types of content from being displayed.
  6. type of online fraud, where someone tries to trick the victim into revealing sensitive details.
  7. 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

Cybersecurity terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Barrier between a trusted network and an untrustworthy network.
  2. A collection of programs or software tools that allow hackers to remotely access and control a computer or network.
  3. A form of fraud that involves contacting victims through email, telephone, or text to trick them into sharing personal information.
  4. It refers to protecting information from unauthorized user
  5. A form of malware used by hackers to spy on you and your computer activities.
Down
  1. Visit the global policy database and find the title of MFC-STA-023
  2. Also referred to as two-factor authentication
  3. Short for malicious software
  4. The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
  5. It means data are trustworthy and have not been accidentally altered or modified by an unauthorized access
  6. It is the process of converting coded or encrypted data to its original form.
  7. It means data are accessible when you need them
  8. It relates to rights to control the sharing and use of one’s personal information
  9. 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 • ...

Criss-Cross Compliance 2022-07-21

Criss-Cross Compliance crossword puzzle
Across
  1. web armor
  2. don't get hooked!
  3. call me anytime
  4. law abiding citizen
  5. I did that!
  6. this goes both ways
Down
  1. make yourself useful
  2. think outside the box
  3. do it right the first time
  4. harmless watchmen
  5. vocal hack
  6. peeps
  7. my lips are sealed
  8. doorway hacker
  9. obedient water elephant

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

CrowdStrike 2025-05-14

CrowdStrike crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Stock Symbol
  2. Our Team Manager
  3. CEO's First Name
  4. Jeong's Team
  5. Our Department
Down
  1. What Crowdstrike does
  2. Crowdstrike motto
  3. Ahmed's Team
  4. Agatha's Team
  5. Beau's Team
  6. Company Logo

11 Clues: Beau's Team • Stock Symbol • Ahmed's Team • Company Logo • Jeong's Team • Agatha's Team • Our Department • Our Team Manager • CEO's First Name • Crowdstrike motto • What Crowdstrike does

Enterprise Risk Management Puzzle Activity 2025-01-02

Enterprise Risk Management Puzzle Activity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The type of hazard that includes bacteria and viruses
  2. A risk that can be caused by inadequate policies
  3. A common cybersecurity threat that uses fake emails
  4. The act that aims to safeguard individuals in various settings
  5. The office that ensures transparent government procurement
  6. The kind of financial losses that can result from misuse of public funds
  7. A type of hazard that can cause musculoskeletal injuries
  8. The practice of protecting digital systems from attacks
  9. The division that reviews financial regulations in Jamaica
  10. The act that mandates corporate governance and accountability
Down
  1. Public sector program focused on workforce development
  2. A way to secure important documents
  3. A plan for maintaining operations during disruptions
  4. A type of data that must be handled with care
  5. The ministry that has implemented training and development programs
  6. Type of bond providing rapid financial support after a disaster
  7. A type of risk that can result in cessation of business activity
  8. A potential source of harm or adverse effects
  9. A risk that may be caused by natural disasters

19 Clues: A way to secure important documents • A type of data that must be handled with care • A potential source of harm or adverse effects • A risk that may be caused by natural disasters • A risk that can be caused by inadequate policies • A common cybersecurity threat that uses fake emails • A plan for maintaining operations during disruptions • ...

Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2021-08-14

Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Fake organisations will send SMSes that usually contain spelling or --- errors
  2. Although strictly not under cybersecurity, --- activities via digital devices are becoming common.
  3. Scams involve emotions such as fear and ---
  4. A good way is to use password --- apps
  5. Seniors should use uppercase and --- letters, numbers or symbols to make passwords harder to crack
  6. The third topic that we discussed is Handling ---
  7. Fear messages are meant to force the seniors into --- action without stopping to think
  8. DAs are encouraged to use real-life --- in sharing cybersecurity information with seniors
Down
  1. Share with seniors how to --- between legitimate and fake organisations
  2. Legitimate organisations will never ask for personal --- information such as passwords, bank account and OTPs
  3. A common scam these days : –-- jobs with high salaries
  4. Seniors can use 2 notebooks as a way to remember passwords and personal information but they must keep the 2 notebooks ---
  5. Seniors are encouraged to use a strong ---
  6. Use --- bells as imagery
  7. Seniors should be wary of providing --- information
  8. Not sure, --- back
  9. Online --- apps will most likely make seniors lose money
  10. 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 • ...

School of Information Crossword 2025-12-18

School of Information Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. First-ever Dean of the School of Information
  2. The symbols found on the outside of South Hall
  3. Name of movie that was briefly filmed on the UC Berkeley campus in the past few years?
  4. Oski turned this age in 2025
  5. Another name for UC Berkeley
  6. The number of Executive Fellows in Applied Technology Policy
  7. What the School of Information aims to be
Down
  1. Name of Fellowship that supports LGBTQ+ research interests/studies
  2. Acronym of the White House department that I School Professor Deirdre Mulligan was a part of
  3. Cybersecurity ____, a class providing students with real-world cyber experience
  4. The number of chimneys on the roof of South Hall
  5. Peak offering panoramic views of the Bay Area
  6. The Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity turned this age in 2025
  7. The other "eye" school
  8. Committee report that proposed a broader vision of information science

15 Clues: The other "eye" school • Oski turned this age in 2025 • Another name for UC Berkeley • What the School of Information aims to be • First-ever Dean of the School of Information • Peak offering panoramic views of the Bay Area • The symbols found on the outside of South Hall • The number of chimneys on the roof of South Hall • ...

Supply Chain Attacks 2026-05-08

Supply Chain Attacks crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Evaluation process for vendor cybersecurity controls before onboarding
  2. Ongoing adherence to security standards and regulations
  3. Type of attack often associated with data theft and extortion
  4. What organizations lack regarding their vendors' security practices
  5. Criminal demand made after stealing sensitive data
  6. Ability to withstand and recover from supply chain vulnerabilities
  7. Potential danger from attackers targeting the supply chain
  8. Software Bill of Materials; transparency document for software components
  9. Entertainment company affected by the 2024 Snowflake breach
  10. Cloud platform targeted in a major 2024 data breach affecting 165+ organizations
  11. Elevated access often required by vendors for system maintenance
Down
  1. Third party relied upon by vendors, creating multi-layered supply chains
  2. Continuous evaluation of vendor security posture
  3. Stolen usernames and passwords used by attackers to access systems
  4. Third-party worker whose compromise enabled access to customer data
  5. Unauthorized access to sensitive data, as occurred in the 2024 incident
  6. Federal agency providing cybersecurity framework standards for supply chain security
  7. Complex network of vendors and their sub-vendors
  8. Third-party provider whose compromise can lead to supply chain attacks
  9. Multi-factor authentication; security control that could have prevented the 2024 breach

20 Clues: Continuous evaluation of vendor security posture • Complex network of vendors and their sub-vendors • Criminal demand made after stealing sensitive data • Ongoing adherence to security standards and regulations • Potential danger from attackers targeting the supply chain • Entertainment company affected by the 2024 Snowflake breach • ...

cybersecurity Crossword 2025-08-26

cybersecurity Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Type of hacker who violates securities for personal gain
  2. Any information that can be acccessed through a combination of information
  3. Revealing of personal details online with intention of harassment, intimidation, or threats
  4. Special piece of software that stores data and can be easily acccessed
  5. Information stored digitally
  6. Field dedicated to the protection of individuals and corporations from the misuse of technology
Down
  1. Using the internet with intentions of with intention of harassment, intimidation, or threats
  2. System that connects multiple devices to enable communication and sharing internet, files, etc.
  3. A weakness or flaw in a digital system or software
  4. Type of hacker who uses their skills to test and assess the security of networks and systems
  5. Someone who wrongly uses a software or database than intended
  6. A term meaning that a system was acccessed by someone unauthorized
  7. Person in charge of maintaining a network
  8. Type of hacker who may violates laws without ill intent

14 Clues: Information stored digitally • Person in charge of maintaining a network • A weakness or flaw in a digital system or software • Type of hacker who may violates laws without ill intent • Type of hacker who violates securities for personal gain • Someone who wrongly uses a software or database than intended • ...

AATT Cybersecurity 2024-10-21

AATT Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Using more than one criteria for authentication
  2. Internal communications network only accessibly by employees
  3. Word used to gain access
  4. The process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system
  5. A type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data
  6. A security method that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to unlock your mobile device
  7. Type of attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive info
Down
  1. Network device that filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on defined rules
  2. Using social interactions to gain information from a target
  3. A type of software that is designed to damage or exploit a computer system
  4. Type of attack where the attacker impersonates persons or companies in order to gain information
  5. Type of malware that allows an attacker to remotely control a system or network
  6. Malware removal software
  7. 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 • ...

Cybersecurity Threats 2025-08-27

Cybersecurity Threats crossword puzzle
Across
  1. programs or program code that replicate (copies themselves) with the intention of deleting or corrupting files, or causing a computer to malfunction.
  2. occurs when a cybercriminal sends out legitimate-looking emails to users. The emails may contain links or attachments that, when initiated, take the user to a fake website; or they may trick the user into responding with personal data
  3. a program which is often disguised as legitimate software but with malicious instructions embedded within it.
  4. is malicious code installed on a user’s computer or on an infected website. The code redirects the user’s browser to a fake website without the user’s knowledge
  5. the act of gaining illegal access to a computer system without the user’s permission.
  6. spam traffic originates from many different computers, which makes it hard to block the attack.
Down
  1. a malware which will attempt to flood an end-user with unwanted advertising.
  2. when a cybercriminal creates a social situation that can lead to a potential victim dropping their protection. It involves the manipulation of people into breaking their normal security procedures and not following best practice.
  3. is software that gathers information by monitoring a user’s activities carried out on their computer. The gathered information is sent back to the cybercriminal who originally sent this malware.
  4. a type of stand-alone malware that can self-replicate. Their intention is to spread to other computers and corrupt whole networks
  5. are programs that encrypt data on a user’s computer and ‘hold the data hostage’. The cybercriminal waits until the ransom money is paid and, sometimes, the decryption key is then sent to the user.
  6. an attack that attempts at preventing users from accessing part of a network, notably an internet server.
  7. form of stealing data by tapping into a wired or wireless communication link. The intent is to compromise privacy or to obtain confidential information.
  8. an attack to 'crack’ password by systematically trying all thedifferent combinations of letters, numbers and other symbols until eventuallythe password is found.

14 Clues: a malware which will attempt to flood an end-user with unwanted advertising. • the act of gaining illegal access to a computer system without the user’s permission. • spam traffic originates from many different computers, which makes it hard to block the attack. • ...

book day 2023-05-17

book day crossword puzzle
Across
  1. asas pendawaian
  2. engineering ethics fourth edition
  3. networking basics 2 edition
  4. sistem bekalan elektrik dan pengagihan
  5. instrumentasi
  6. design for hackers
  7. perak good food guide
  8. key concepts in information & communication technology
  9. design for software
  10. embedded system
  11. cybersecurity
Down
  1. website optimization
  2. compliance
  3. koleksi menu orang bujang
  4. computer network security
  5. wireless communication principles & practise
  6. intelectuals creativity & intolerance
  7. teknologi biotenaga
  8. writing for impact
  9. 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

FIND THE WORDS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Asas Pendawaian
  2. Engineering Ethics Fourth Edition
  3. Networking Basics 2 Edition
  4. Sistem Bekalan Elektrik&Pengagihan
  5. Instrumentasi
  6. Design for Hackers
  7. Perak Good Food Guide
  8. Key Concepts in Information&Communication Technology
  9. Design for Software
  10. Embedded System
  11. Cybersecurity
Down
  1. Website Optimization
  2. Compliance
  3. Koleksi Menu Orang Bujang
  4. Computer Network Security
  5. Wireless Communication Principles&Practise
  6. Intelectuals Creativity&Intolerance
  7. Teknologi Biotenaga
  8. Writing for Impact
  9. 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 • ...

Merry Christmas 2025 2025-12-25

Merry Christmas 2025 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cribbage queen
  2. number of chickie babes
  3. quilter
  4. sisters
  5. 8/29/2002
  6. 1/5/46
  7. favorite cold treat
  8. Historian
  9. homebase in Lincoln
  10. 10/16/1971
  11. nickname given by Vance grandkids
Down
  1. Bellevue Public Schools
  2. 3/22/2005
  3. Bellevue University
  4. traditional christmas food
  5. 8/29/2002
  6. cybersecurity and CIS
  7. 1928 car
  8. Infosys
  9. orange tic tacs
  10. 05/05/1972
  11. 8/29/2002
  12. pink shoes
  13. vance grandkids
  14. Clarinet professional

25 Clues: 1/5/46 • Infosys • quilter • sisters • 1928 car • 3/22/2005 • 8/29/2002 • 8/29/2002 • 8/29/2002 • Historian • 05/05/1972 • pink shoes • 10/16/1971 • cribbage queen • orange tic tacs • vance grandkids • Bellevue University • favorite cold treat • homebase in Lincoln • cybersecurity and CIS • Clarinet professional • Bellevue Public Schools • number of chickie babes • traditional christmas food • ...

crossword 2024-10-21

crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ICT-related field of study
  2. Cloud computing platform
  3. ICT-related job role
  4. Internet protocol
  5. ICT professional
  6. Computer virus type
  7. ICT acronym for "Information and Communication Technology" ()
  8. Computer input device
  9. Website design principle
  10. Digital image format
Down
  1. Network security threat
  2. Cybersecurity measure
  3. Database management system
  4. Programming language
  5. Mobile operating system
  6. Network topology
  7. Data transmission speed
  8. Computer hardware component
  9. Software development method
  10. 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 • ...

Technology 2025-06-26

Technology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. people connect online
  2. picture of your screen
  3. small useful device
  4. finds info online
  5. wireless internet point
  6. tech you wear
  7. stores and sends data
  8. virtual reality game
Down
  1. protects computers
  2. gives internet access
  3. tech with internet and apps
  4. small programs
  5. free software
  6. share and post online
  7. opens websites
  8. smart computer thinking

16 Clues: free software • tech you wear • small programs • opens websites • finds info online • protects computers • small useful device • virtual reality game • people connect online • gives internet access • share and post online • stores and sends data • picture of your screen • wireless internet point • smart computer thinking • tech with internet and apps

Technology 2025-06-26

Technology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. picture of your screen
  2. tech with internet and apps
  3. smart computer thinking
  4. tech you wear
  5. share and post online
  6. protects computers
  7. opens websites
Down
  1. finds info online
  2. free software
  3. gives internet access
  4. wireless internet point
  5. small useful device
  6. virtual reality game
  7. stores and sends data
  8. small programs
  9. people connect online

16 Clues: free software • tech you wear • small programs • opens websites • finds info online • protects computers • small useful device • virtual reality game • gives internet access • stores and sends data • people connect online • share and post online • picture of your screen • wireless internet point • smart computer thinking • tech with internet and apps

Cybersecurity and Healthcare 2021-05-31

Cybersecurity and Healthcare crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Limiting the risks or impacts of a cyber threat.
  2. Generic term for computer viruses, trojans, etc. designed for malicious purposes.
  3. A type of cyberattack that holds your systems or information hostage until a ransom is paid.
  4. You should never share this.
  5. The policies and measures taken to ensure the authenticity, availability, and integrity of electronic information.
Down
  1. When should you report an IT breach or potential breach?
  2. A cyberattack attempting to discover your personal information.
  3. Federal law protecting patient privacy.
  4. The US Food and Drug Administration.
  5. 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. • ...

Mobil tijorat (m-commerce) 2025-11-26

Mobil tijorat (m-commerce) crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Raqamli xavfsizlik sohasi
  2. Onlayn savdo faoliyati
  3. Raqamli ma’lumotlar jamlanmasi
  4. Hisoblash qoidalari majmui
  5. Yangi raqamli yechimlar yaratish
  6. Zanjirsimon ma’lumotlar bazasi
  7. Innovatsion biznes loyihasi
Down
  1. Raqamli xizmatlar ekotizimi
  2. Raqamli moliya texnologiyasi
  3. Jarayonlarni raqamga o‘tkazish
  4. Bulutli hisoblash tizimi
  5. Internet orqali ulangan qurilmalar
  6. Sun’iy intellekt tizimi
  7. Katta hajmdagi ma’lumotlar
  8. Raqamli aktiv birligi

15 Clues: Raqamli aktiv birligi • Onlayn savdo faoliyati • Sun’iy intellekt tizimi • Bulutli hisoblash tizimi • Raqamli xavfsizlik sohasi • Hisoblash qoidalari majmui • Katta hajmdagi ma’lumotlar • Raqamli xizmatlar ekotizimi • Innovatsion biznes loyihasi • Raqamli moliya texnologiyasi • Jarayonlarni raqamga o‘tkazish • Raqamli ma’lumotlar jamlanmasi • Zanjirsimon ma’lumotlar bazasi • ...

Hive's Crossword Puzzle 2024-06-19

Hive's Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The right to keep one's personal matters and information confidential or secret.
  2. Ensuring this is maintained involves protecting sensitive data from unauthorised access or disclosure in cybersecurity.
  3. Information that can be used to identify a specific individual.
  4. Protected from online harm and dangers.
  5. Safeguarding and protecting personal data
  6. Protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software, and data, from cyberattacks.
Down
  1. Officially recognised as meeting certain standards or requirements.
  2. Changing information into a code to prevent unauthorised access.
  3. Formal instruction designed to improve skills in a particular area.
  4. Recognition granted to individuals who have met certain standards in a particular fieId
  5. Traces left by a person's online activity or presence.
  6. 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. • ...

Digital Partner 2024-11-10

Digital Partner crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Return on Investment
  2. New ideas
  3. Enterprise Resource Planning
  4. Employee engagement survey
  5. Online storage
  6. Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
  7. Efficiency
Down
  1. working together
  2. Breast cancer treatment
  3. Digital protection
  4. General Data Protection Regulation
  5. Key Performance Indicator

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

Puzzle voor engels 2025-02-13

Puzzle voor engels crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Software_met_vrij_toegankelijke_broncode
  2. Visuele_weergave_van_softwarebediening
  3. Flexibele_en_iteratieve_softwareontwikkeling
  4. Originele_programmeercode_van_een_applicatie
  5. Systeem_voor_het_beheren_van_codeversies
  6. Software_voor_het_beheren_van_databases
  7. Serverkant_van_een_applicatie
  8. Proces_om_software_op_fouten_te_testen
  9. Externe_opslag_en_verwerking_van_data
  10. Omzetting_van_gegevens_in_een_onleesbare_vorm
  11. Scherm_waarmee_gebruikers_software_bedienen
  12. Ontwikkelt_applicaties_en_systemen
  13. Software_die_de_hardware_van_een_computer_beheert
  14. Professionele_softwareontwikkelaar
  15. Klantkant_van_een_applicatie
  16. Beheer_van_softwarekwaliteit_en_betrouwbaarheid
Down
  1. Regelmatige_integratie_van_codewijzigingen
  2. Koppeling_tussen_verschillende_softwaretoepassingen
  3. Programma_dat_code_omzet_naar_uitvoerbare_bestanden
  4. Computer_of_systeem_dat_diensten_levert_aan_andere_computers
  5. Taal_waarin_software_wordt_geschreven
  6. Automatische_uitrol_van_software-updates
  7. Stap-voor-stap_procedure_om_een_probleem_op_te_lossen
  8. Publicatie_van_software_naar_een_live_omgeving
  9. Ontwikkeling_van_websites_en_webapplicaties
  10. Gesimuleerde_computer_binnen_een_ander_systeem
  11. Technologie_die_menselijke_intelligentie_nabootst
  12. Opsporen_en_verhelpen_van_fouten_in_code
  13. Vernieuwing_of_verbetering_van_software
  14. Ontwikkeling_van_apps_voor_mobiele_apparaten
  15. Controle_van_programmeercode_door_anderen
  16. Ontwikkelomgeving_met_hulpmiddelen_voor_codering
  17. Computers_die_leren_zonder_expliciete_programmering
  18. Organisatie_en_opslag_van_gegevens
  19. Opslagplaats_voor_programmeercode
  20. Netwerk_van_verbonden_slimme_apparaten
  21. Bescherming_tegen_digitale_bedreigingen
  22. Gestructureerde_opslag_van_gegevens
  23. Basisstructuur_voor_softwareontwikkeling

39 Clues: Klantkant_van_een_applicatie • Serverkant_van_een_applicatie • Opslagplaats_voor_programmeercode • Organisatie_en_opslag_van_gegevens • Ontwikkelt_applicaties_en_systemen • Professionele_softwareontwikkelaar • Gestructureerde_opslag_van_gegevens • Taal_waarin_software_wordt_geschreven • Externe_opslag_en_verwerking_van_data • Visuele_weergave_van_softwarebediening • ...

Technologies 2024-01-30

Technologies crossword puzzle
Across
  1. interconnected
  2. Customer
  3. Talk online
  4. Programme
  5. device used to select items
  6. enter data into a computer for processing
  7. secret word
  8. set of keys
  9. state of being safe from electronic crime
  10. Unit of data
Down
  1. Problem-solving steps
  2. computer part
  3. Computer memory
  4. organised data retrieved by a computer
  5. collection of related data
  6. primary display screen
  7. transfer
  8. single worldwide computer network
  9. the capacity of a computer
  10. 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 • ...

Hapebeast career advice gang 2021-12-28

Hapebeast career advice gang crossword puzzle
Across
  1. IT manager for an FMCG company in Singapore
  2. The Career advice channel podcast host
  3. The guy with 6,000 lines in this discord
  4. Hapelinked founder
  5. The healthcare investor
  6. Founder of a creative agency (and 15 other companies...) in Portland
  7. Our dropshipping entrepreneur
  8. Hey, can you help us pin this?
  9. Ecommerce B2B specialist
  10. IT specialist in healthcare and insurance
  11. Cybersecurity in banking
  12. Our Canadian social media influencer with 3 million followers
  13. Car mechanic in Switzerland
  14. Land investor across the US
  15. Aspiring architect from New Jersey
  16. Investor and artist in LA
Down
  1. The investor who works in Republic Realm
  2. A financial manager for the US Military
  3. The investment banker
  4. A student / sneakerhead based in Singapore
  5. A real estate agent who was also a D3 basketball player
  6. Hapelinked co-founder
  7. Social media manager who was a professional chef
  8. The one and only
  9. Corporate finance advisor in one of the "Big 4"
  10. Investment consultant in Chicago
  11. Electrical Engineer with experience in renewable sector
  12. Cybersecurity specialist in Pennsylvania
  13. Our LA law firm partner
  14. 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 • ...

RU ITEC411CH2 2025-04-20

RU ITEC411CH2 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. When information is used for another reason than initially intended
  2. When space is invaded by an unwanted party
  3. The term for when websites store data on someones computer
  4. Right for officers to seize information within view on a device
  5. Acronym for device which knows exactly where someone is
  6. Act of comparing records from seperate databases
  7. Malicious actor trying to release company data
  8. Using data to figure out what characteristics engage with what
  9. Protection for business implementing cybersecurity
  10. Type of ad that uses user data to advertise
Down
  1. Act of observing with intent of maintaining order
  2. Searching for patterns in data to make something new
  3. When users are notified and made aware of how their data is being used
  4. Hiding important information through cryptography
  5. Information that is available to the public for access
  6. Acronym of Government org responsible for the United States' cybersecurity
  7. Acronym for device which identifies people with radio waves
  8. Abbreviation of law that requires all telephones to be vulnerable to US government hacks
  9. Action of giving the data collector data only if users says yes
  10. Acronym of the government office that watches its privacy policies

20 Clues: When space is invaded by an unwanted party • Type of ad that uses user data to advertise • Malicious actor trying to release company data • Act of comparing records from seperate databases • Act of observing with intent of maintaining order • Hiding important information through cryptography • Protection for business implementing cybersecurity • ...

Farah thee Sattar 2023-11-20

Farah thee Sattar crossword puzzle
Across
  1. farah's first friend
  2. he will be found
  3. be careful online
  4. thing 2
  5. 40th birthday gift
  6. the spice of life
  7. the other f word
  8. one r
Down
  1. signature look
  2. where was farah born
  3. flip the pan
  4. da who?
  5. the best yogurt variety
  6. thing 1

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

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2021-06-27

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A
  2. C
  3. F
  4. B
Down
  1. E
  2. D
  3. G
  4. H

8 Clues: E • D • G • A • H • C • F • B

cybersecurity 2023-04-21

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. facts provided or learned about something or someone
  2. A human error is an action or decision which was not intended. A violation is a deliberate deviation from a rule or procedure
  3. he use of centralized planning in an attempt to manage social change and regulate the future development and behaviour of a society.
  4. the action of obtaining something by using persuasion or guile.
Down
  1. facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis
  2. put (something heavy) over one's shoulder or shoulders to carry.
  3. any information that relates to an identified or identifiable living individual.
  4. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. type of malicious software, or malware, that spreads between computers and causes damage to data and software.
  2. replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
  3. raw facts and figures
  4. information about a particular person
Down
  1. facts provided or learned about something or someone
  2. a network of computers infected by malware
  3. malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device, service or network.
  4. 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

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. make sure you password doesn't contain ________ information
  2. it is malware which Uses vulnerabilities to move into your machine.
  3. it should be 8 or more letters
  4. never tell your _______ passwords
Down
  1. what is the shortened word for malicious software
  2. cyber = _______
  3. you password needs to be hard to _____
  4. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Downloaded software that holds data hostage
  2. ____ sensitive data sent outside of the company
  3. Can expose sensitive data to identity theft
  4. Cybersecurity Framework
  5. Fake emails that appear to be from a verified internal source
Down
  1. Requires Additional Steps beyond legging in with a password
  2. When to disconnect devices infected by ransomware
  3. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A piece of audio or video that has been altered and changed to make it seem authentic or credible.
  2. Software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from computers.
  3. A malware that spreads through networks without human interaction.
Down
  1. A cybersecurity specialist who uses their skills to find and fix vulnerabilities in computer systems.
  2. A cyber-attack that floods a network or website with excessive traffic to disrupt service.
  3. A barrier that monitors and controls network traffic based on security rules.
  4. An online scam involving the impersonation of reputable entities to obtain sensitive personal information.
  5. 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. • ...

Cybersecurity 2025-11-03

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A method of verifying a user's identity using two different factors.
  2. A small file stored on a user’s device that tracks online activity.
Down
  1. A general term for malicious software.
  2. A scam that tricks users into revealing personal information, often by email.
  3. A person who gains unauthorized access to computer systems.
  4. A secret string used to gain access to a system.
  5. A system that blocks unauthorized access to or from a network.
  6. A self-replicating program that spreads from one computer to another.

8 Clues: A general term for malicious software. • A secret string used to gain access to a system. • A person who gains unauthorized access to computer systems. • A system that blocks unauthorized access to or from a network. • A small file stored on a user’s device that tracks online activity. • A method of verifying a user's identity using two different factors. • ...

Cybersecurity 2024-06-05

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
  2. malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life
  3. the fraudulent use of a person's private identifying information.
Down
  1. prove or show (something) to be true, genuine, or valid.
  2. software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
  3. the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
  4. the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information
  5. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A security protocol that ensures data integrity
  2. A type of attack that floods a network with traffic
  3. Method of verifying a user's identity
  4. A system's first line of defense
Down
  1. A piece of information used to access an account
  2. A common social engineering tactic
  3. A set of rules that filters network traffic
  4. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Technique of asymmetric encryption
  2. Malicious program capable of replicating and spreading
  3. Another protocol for securing internet communications
  4. Authentication system based on something the user possesses
Down
  1. Protocol for securing internet communications
  2. Technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly
  3. Type of attack that involves making a service unavailable
  4. 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

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A type of malware that replicates itself by infecting other programs or files.
  2. A method used to circumvent security measures.
  3. An attempt to gain unauthorized access or cause harm to a system.
  4. Weaknesses in a system that can be exploited by attackers.
  5. A technique where attackers use fraudulent emails to steal sensitive information.
Down
  1. Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a system.
  2. The act of disguising communication to appear as if it comes from a trusted source.
  3. 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 2023-05-10

Cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 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.
  2. Algorithmic technique utilized to change the contents of a file into something unreadable by anyone outside a specific chain of communication.
  3. A type of hacker. Whitehat hackers use their skills for good, helping organizations test their cybersecurity measures and find vulnerabilities.
Down
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Malware used to cause damage on personal computers, aimed at changing, erasing, or modifying data.
  5. 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 2026-03-19

cybersecurity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis
  2. 2 words. Electricity generated by power plants that derive their heat from fission in a nuclear reactor.
  3. An individual or collective enterprise whose objective is to gravely disrupt public order through intimidation and terror
  4. Area of expertise designed to keep human safe
Down
  1. Software used to extort money from an individual or organization by encrypting or otherwise blocking access to applications or files on a computer system until a sum of money is paid.
  2. The point of these is to notify people something is happening
  3. Energy coming from unstable atoms that undergo radioactive decay
  4. Area of expertise designed to keep non-human safe

8 Clues: Area of expertise designed to keep human safe • Area of expertise designed to keep non-human safe • The point of these is to notify people something is happening • Energy coming from unstable atoms that undergo radioactive decay • Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis • ...

Information Security 2023-12-12

Information Security crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 57% of organizations see at least weekly phishing attempts
  2. The most common target of phishing attacks are ____
  3. The US holds ____ place in the tanks of countries targeted for cybersecurity tasks
  4. 94% of malware is delivered by ____
  5. You should ____ over a link in an email to preview the actual address before clicking
Down
  1. Lock your ____ when you step away
  2. German American's Information Security Officer is
  3. ____ is one of the most common and dangerous forms of cyber crime
  4. Phishing is an attempt to obtain sensitive ____ with malicious intent
  5. Display names and email domains can be ____ hiding the true identity and appearing trustworthy
  6. Report spam/suspicious emails through the ____ button on the Outlook toolbar
  7. Our first line of defense against cybersecurity attacks and fraud is ___
  8. 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 • ...