cybersecurity Crossword Puzzles
Disruptive Technology 2025-07-23
12 Clues: Mesh • cloud • Reality • Detection • Automation • technology • Intelligence • Intelligence • Immune System • Authentication • Liability Insurance • Screening, Quantum Computing
NVH September Trivia 2022-08-24
Across
- Ext. 7060
- Policy keeper
- NVH Lab blood supplier
- Personal ______ Equipment
- Cybersecurity Training
- Code Call for Combative Person
- Coffee Shop
- Extended Care "Family"
- John Caitlynn & Liz Therapy
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- TFMC ARNP
- Zzz Service
- payroll software
- BOC Meeting Day
- Purchaser
- Resuscitation Quality Improvement
- Drs. Dhillon & Jex Service
- The next EHR
- New mammo system
18 Clues: TFMC ARNP • Ext. 7060 • Purchaser • Zzz Service • Coffee Shop • The next EHR • Policy keeper • BOC Meeting Day • payroll software • New mammo system • NVH Lab blood supplier • Cybersecurity Training • Extended Care "Family" • Personal ______ Equipment • Drs. Dhillon & Jex Service • John Caitlynn & Liz Therapy • Code Call for Combative Person • Resuscitation Quality Improvement
Management Modules 2025-04-03
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- Widely referenced cybersecurity management model originally published as British Standard BS7799.
- Management Model that provides advice about the implementation of controls and objectives for cybersecurity
- Organization that created COBIT
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- Cybersecurity framework series
- Collection of methods and practices for managing the development and operation of IT infrastructures.
- Framework for improving critical infrastructure security support for cybersecurity event recovery
6 Clues: Cybersecurity framework series • Organization that created COBIT • Widely referenced cybersecurity management model originally published as British Standard BS7799. • Framework for improving critical infrastructure security support for cybersecurity event recovery • ...
test 2022-10-25
Digital Literacy 2025-07-03
Across
- ที่เก็บข้อมูลออนไลน์
- ประมวลผลข้อมูลใกล้แหล่งใช้งาน
- เครือข่ายไร้สายรุ่นที่ห้า
- การวิเคราะห์ข้อมูลเพื่อค้นหา insight
- อุปกรณ์อัจฉริยะที่เชื่อมต่ออินเทอร์เน็ต
Down
- ป้องกันภัยคุกคามทางไซเบอร์
- เครื่องจักรกลอัตโนมัติทุกชนิดที่ออกแบบให้สามารถทำงานแทนมนุษย์
- ข้อมูลจำนวนมหาศาล
- สมองกลที่เลียนแบบความคิดมนุษย์
- เครือข่ายที่ควบคุมตัวเองได้
10 Clues: ข้อมูลจำนวนมหาศาล • ที่เก็บข้อมูลออนไลน์ • เครือข่ายไร้สายรุ่นที่ห้า • ป้องกันภัยคุกคามทางไซเบอร์ • เครือข่ายที่ควบคุมตัวเองได้ • ประมวลผลข้อมูลใกล้แหล่งใช้งาน • สมองกลที่เลียนแบบความคิดมนุษย์ • การวิเคราะห์ข้อมูลเพื่อค้นหา insight • อุปกรณ์อัจฉริยะที่เชื่อมต่ออินเทอร์เน็ต • เครื่องจักรกลอัตโนมัติทุกชนิดที่ออกแบบให้สามารถทำงานแทนมนุษย์
청당 빠바 구문독해 6-22 2023-01-18
16 Clues: 절도 • 자동차 • 대리점 • 공동의 • 자동차의 • 입증하다 • 흔히, 보통 • 사이버 보안 • 취약한, 연약한 • 실직한, 실업자인 • 임차하다, 빌리다 • 혜택, 이득; 득을 보다 • (범죄, 사고 등) 사건 • 조정[조절]하다; 적응하다 • (연료, 에너지, 시간을)소모하다 • (자동차 앞창에 있는)유리 닦개(와이퍼)
Panther Cross Word 2022-04-29
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- The largest End Point Detection vendor on the market
- The fastest growing area to store company data
- A computer or system that mimics a target that a hacker would go after. It is used as a way to collect data on different attack patterns
- The word used to describe the adding of additional contextual data to alerts in order to cut down on noise. Greynoise helped us with this.
- The acronym used to describe a fully outsourced solution for threat detection
- A 3rd party vendor who acts as a middleman to distribute software
- Refers to data exiting a network
- Refers to data entering into a network
- A receipt of any action performed within a system
- A compliance-driven evaluation that reveals where you're susceptible to an attack
- The acronym used to describe a solution type that detections user behavior for anything malicious
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- This compliance is imposed on companies that do business in within the EMEA
- The most utilized cybersecurity framework in the world
- A phrase coined by Panther to describe one of our biggest differentiators
- This compliance is imposed on companies that collect health care data
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from cyber attacks
- The largest SIEM vendor in the world
- This compliance is imposed on companies that collect credit card data
- A solution that aggregates logs
- Acronym that describes Endpoint detection combined with Threat Detection
- This compliance is imposed on companies that collect other companies information
- Refers to different events being interconnected that paint a conclusion
- A 3rd party vendor who you can outsource your cybersecurity to
- This is typically the gatekeeper for your network and the first line of cyber defense
24 Clues: A solution that aggregates logs • Refers to data exiting a network • The largest SIEM vendor in the world • Refers to data entering into a network • The fastest growing area to store company data • A receipt of any action performed within a system • The largest End Point Detection vendor on the market • The most utilized cybersecurity framework in the world • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2025-01-16
Across
- The opposite of risky.
- A secret used to unlock your account.
- When sensitive info gets exposed.
- Software that fights against malware.
- A common way hackers send fake messages.
- A virtual barrier that blocks bad stuff online.
- What you shouldn't do without checking the link first.
- To scramble data so only the right person can read it.
Down
- The prefix for security in the digital world.
- What keeps your software secure and current.
- A fake email trying to steal your information.
- Unwanted emails clogging your inbox.
- What you use to protect your phone or laptop screen.
- A copy of your files in case something goes wrong.
- Something you shouldn't give to suspicious websites.
- A second step to prove it'd really you.
16 Clues: The opposite of risky. • When sensitive info gets exposed. • Unwanted emails clogging your inbox. • A secret used to unlock your account. • Software that fights against malware. • A second step to prove it'd really you. • A common way hackers send fake messages. • What keeps your software secure and current. • The prefix for security in the digital world. • ...
TECHNOLOGY 2024-02-14
hahahha 2024-08-24
Legislation 2025-08-12
Across
- This Act covers personal data being used criminally
- This covers development and deployment of AI
- The rules that cover sharing information
- Regulatory framework to protect financial institutions
- Regulates the network security
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- A regulation aimed at strengthening cybersecurity
- What is the acronym for this that protects personal data
- To improve cybersecurity of products and services
- This law about transmitting automated marketing
9 Clues: Regulates the network security • The rules that cover sharing information • This covers development and deployment of AI • This law about transmitting automated marketing • A regulation aimed at strengthening cybersecurity • To improve cybersecurity of products and services • This Act covers personal data being used criminally • ...
CS240-1 Students 2024-09-01
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- Ran a sub 20minute 5k
- Lived in both Brazil & Spain.
- CIS Sandbox Tutor
- Wants to be a forensic accountant
- I desire to help people professionally and personally
- I'm definitely putting Boston in my rear view mirror someday
- I'm good at analyzing markets and equities on a technical level.
- In high school, my graduating class only had 100 kids.
- Really good at First Person Shooter games
- My ideal job would be in gaming
- I love all things cybersecurity related
- My brain absorbs information like a sponge
- I can improvise to solve problems creatively and efficiently
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- I created a board game
- I don't procrastinate
- I like my role as a tutor.
- Pursuing CPA after graduation
- I will someday have my own Cybersecurity firm
- Loves a challenge and does not settle for things that are easy.
- I'm from Georgia (not the one in the US)
- I am a really fast learner.
- Grew up on Cape Cod, MA
- Really good at time management
- I used to be a procrastinator
- Lacrosse Team Member
- I'm trying to improve my golf game.
26 Clues: CIS Sandbox Tutor • Lacrosse Team Member • I don't procrastinate • Ran a sub 20minute 5k • I created a board game • Grew up on Cape Cod, MA • I like my role as a tutor. • I am a really fast learner. • Lived in both Brazil & Spain. • Pursuing CPA after graduation • I used to be a procrastinator • Really good at time management • My ideal job would be in gaming • ...
DO YOU KNOW...? 2026-04-12
CYBERSECURITY DECEMBER 2, 2023 2023-12-03
Across
- A deceptive practice where a person or program successfully masquerades as another.
- A field within cybersecurity that uses investigative techniques to identify and store evidence from a computer device (2 words).
- Describes data that requires power to maintain its contents.
- a fundamental unit of data in computer networking and data communication.
- An authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource. MFA
- an advanced security technology that builds upon the functionality of an IDS. It not only detects suspicious or malicious activities but also takes proactive measures to block or mitigate them in real-time.
- A documented, structured approach for handling security breaches, and cyber threats. (3 words)
- A technology that allows you to create a secure connection over a less secure network, such as the internet. It can also mask your connection origin, making it appear that you are connecting via a different location than where you physically are located.
- _______ Modeling, Risk Modeling, or Risk Analysis is a systematic way of thinking where a system may be vulnerable in order to best defend against possible attacks.
- A program that is inserted into a system, usually covertly, with the intent of compromising the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the victim’s data, applications, or operating system.
- A phishing attack transmitted by SMS (text) message.
- The world's most famous hacker.
- From Day 1, cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles – private data is kept private.
- Model that describes how data is transmitted through a network.
- a decoy system or resource set up to monitor and analyze the behavior of attackers.
- This cipher was the first documented form of encryption and involves shifting each letter of a message by 3.
- A public-key cryptography algorithm
Down
- Relies on human interaction and often involves tricking people into breaking normal security procedures.
- This color team is made up of offensive security experts who try to (ethically) attack an organization’s cybersecurity defenses.
- An attack in which an attacker injects malicious executable scripts into the code of a trusted application or website.
- In this kind of cipher, both the encryption and decryption process use the same key,
- From Day 1,cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles. This is one of them which means that data can be used by any authorized parties.
- This term (2 words) refers to limiting who (subjects) can read or write which resources (objects: e.g. files)
- A SQL_______ vulnerability arises when the original SQL query can be altered to form an altogether different query.
- From Day 1, cybersecurity is built upon a foundation of three principles. This is one of them which means that data is modified only by authorized parties.
- Software tool that allows users to capture and inspect data packets on a computer network.
- This software examines requests to access the network and determines if it should pass through.
- A number used to identify specific services or processes running on a computer or network device.
28 Clues: The world's most famous hacker. • A public-key cryptography algorithm • A phishing attack transmitted by SMS (text) message. • Describes data that requires power to maintain its contents. • Model that describes how data is transmitted through a network. • a fundamental unit of data in computer networking and data communication. • ...
Dbl AA November 16! 2022-11-16
Across
- Favorite TV
- Favorite outdoor hobby
- Older vehicle
- Zoom zoom
- Grodhaus Family game
- Cute youngster
- Sisters of mom
- Grandma appreciated Aaron’s
- Walking with cat in
- Fun with Lizzy’s hair
Down
- Love spark established
- Kit for picking
- Impressive talent
- special older woman
- Cute girl
- Favorite indoor hobby
- Work interest
- Teal Team
- Quail Hollow
- Your mama
20 Clues: Zoom zoom • Cute girl • Teal Team • Your mama • Favorite TV • Quail Hollow • Older vehicle • Work interest • Cute youngster • Sisters of mom • Kit for picking • Impressive talent • special older woman • Walking with cat in • Grodhaus Family game • Favorite indoor hobby • Fun with Lizzy’s hair • Love spark established • Favorite outdoor hobby • Grandma appreciated Aaron’s
Cyber Security 2023-09-08
Across
- data encryption ransom
- compromised computer network
- psychological manipulation
- system manager
- identifying threats
- unwanted advertisements
- multiple verification layers
- secret access keys
- protecting digital systems.
- interconnected devices
Down
- stolen identity
- data encrypt
- secure network connection
- wireless technology
- unauthorized access point
- internet address
- malicious digital actions
- digital information
- malicious software
- computer programs
20 Clues: data encrypt • system manager • stolen identity • internet address • computer programs • malicious software • secret access keys • wireless technology • identifying threats • digital information • data encryption ransom • interconnected devices • unwanted advertisements • secure network connection • unauthorized access point • malicious digital actions • psychological manipulation • ...
TECHNOLOGY 2025-12-22
Across
- Set of rules
- Physical equipment
- Digital information
- Gap in tech access
- Online protection
- AI learning from data
- Electronic equipment
- Machines performing human tasks
- Program error
Down
- Copy from internet
- Send to internet
- Tasks done by machines
- Organised data
- Moral worries
- Connected computers
- New software version
- Computer programs
- Secret code
- Protection of information
- Saving data online
20 Clues: Secret code • Set of rules • Moral worries • Program error • Organised data • Send to internet • Computer programs • Online protection • Copy from internet • Physical equipment • Gap in tech access • Saving data online • Digital information • Connected computers • New software version • Electronic equipment • AI learning from data • Tasks done by machines • Protection of information • ...
a45 2026-05-27
15 Clues: Civic action • National bird • Legal freedoms • National symbol • Rule of society • Personal freedom • Supported Britain • Digital protection • Core American value • Boston protest item • Members of the union • Supported independence • Colonial ruling country • Money paid to government • Early American settlements
Cybersecurity 2021-08-03
Across
- provides the validation of a message's origin.
- Ensures that data is not modified or tampered with.
- The degree of protection against danger, damage, loss, and criminal activity.
- Ensures that a system is up so that data is available when needed.
- Anything that has the potential to cause the loss of an asset.
Down
- An act, procedure, or piece of software that takes advantage of a vulnerability to carry out an attack.
- Ensures that data is not disclosed to unintended persons.
- An opening or weakness in the system.
- agent The person or entity that attempt or carries out a threat.
- Something that has value to an individual or an organization.
10 Clues: An opening or weakness in the system. • provides the validation of a message's origin. • Ensures that data is not modified or tampered with. • Ensures that data is not disclosed to unintended persons. • Something that has value to an individual or an organization. • Anything that has the potential to cause the loss of an asset. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-04-22
Across
- A good practice for authorised users is to use unique ________ passwords
- ____________ type of cyber attack aims to steal data from the computers
- cybersecurity aims to secure _______ components from attackers
- __________ is a person who attempts to get unauthorised access to the computer system
- __________ is a virtual wall between the protected computer and the internet
Down
- __________ are dummy computers that attract hackers to keep the remaining computers safe
- _________ softwares must be used to protect computers against cyberattacks
- Man in the __________ is a type of cyberattack where the communication line is intercepted
- common type of attack which includes trojans and adwares
9 Clues: common type of attack which includes trojans and adwares • cybersecurity aims to secure _______ components from attackers • ____________ type of cyber attack aims to steal data from the computers • A good practice for authorised users is to use unique ________ passwords • _________ softwares must be used to protect computers against cyberattacks • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-10-10
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- Protecting data by scrambling it mathematically
- Data which requires special limited access that can cause harm if disclosed
- Sending fraudulent communications to take data or trick others into performing certain actions, usually by text or email
- A piece of code that adversely affects computers; typically to corrupt the system, steal data, or gain access
Down
- Network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic
- Software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses
- Data that pertains directly to the company and has restricted access
- A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
- Data that is freely accessible to all
9 Clues: Data that is freely accessible to all • Protecting data by scrambling it mathematically • Software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses • A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data • Data that pertains directly to the company and has restricted access • Data which requires special limited access that can cause harm if disclosed • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-09-05
Across
- Malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life in general
- Scam by text
- Helps you protect your accounts
- A software designed to prevent, detect, and remove viruses and malware from computers, networks, and devices.
Down
- Someone that tries to gain unauthorized access to data
- Scam by email
- Intrusive software developed by hackers to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
- Scam by phone
- Cybercrime activity that takes place over the internet or on email
9 Clues: Scam by text • Scam by email • Scam by phone • Helps you protect your accounts • Someone that tries to gain unauthorized access to data • Cybercrime activity that takes place over the internet or on email • Malicious act that seeks to damage data, steal data, or disrupt digital life in general • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-03-08
Across
- the use of a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system.
- The state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data.
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.
- Tells a computer what actions to take
- what movie character was on the signs?
Down
- Where did this story take place?
- A broad range of information, or an opinion, that could identify an individual.
- breach results in information being accessed without authorization.
- What was hacked in this story?
- A part of a computer system or network which is designed to block unauthorized access
10 Clues: What was hacked in this story? • Where did this story take place? • Tells a computer what actions to take • what movie character was on the signs? • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data. • breach results in information being accessed without authorization. • the use of a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system. • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-05-16
Across
- the location a hacker typically want to get access to
- An activity which is carried out over or through the Internet.
- a method to get sensitive data
- when you create something according to a plan
- target of an SQL-Injection
- the most famous programming language for web applications
Down
- a famous whistleblower
- the good kind of hacker
- an activity which is carried out over or through the Internet.
- a word which describes a relative geographic location
10 Clues: a famous whistleblower • the good kind of hacker • target of an SQL-Injection • a method to get sensitive data • when you create something according to a plan • the location a hacker typically want to get access to • a word which describes a relative geographic location • the most famous programming language for web applications • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-03-09
Across
- A type of link or file that could be dangerous and may infect your device
- A process to help ensure your online activity is safe and private
- What you should create for each online account to make it harder to guess
- This type of attack often involves tricking users into revealing sensitive info by pretending to be a trustworthy entity
Down
- This term refers to the act of protecting your data by limiting access to authorized users
- The action of regularly installing updates to fix security vulnerabilities
- The type of software that protects your devices from harmful programs
- The authentication method of verifying your identity with a second factor like a code sent to your phone
- A term for unsolicited or harmful emails that try to trick you into giving personal info
9 Clues: A process to help ensure your online activity is safe and private • The type of software that protects your devices from harmful programs • A type of link or file that could be dangerous and may infect your device • What you should create for each online account to make it harder to guess • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-11-04
Across
- Security system blocking unauthorized access.
- Protection against online threats and attacks.
- A copy or imitation intended to deceive.
- Scam to trick people into sharing private info.
- To erase or remove completely.
- Wireless system connecting devices to the internet
Down
- Harmful software that damages or disrupts.
- Unique number identifying a device on the internet.
- Someone who breaks into computer systems.
9 Clues: To erase or remove completely. • A copy or imitation intended to deceive. • Someone who breaks into computer systems. • Harmful software that damages or disrupts. • Security system blocking unauthorized access. • Protection against online threats and attacks. • Scam to trick people into sharing private info. • Wireless system connecting devices to the internet • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-03-13
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- A computer attack aimed at making a service unavailable.
- A brand that makes cybersecurity devices especially for companies.
- A program/device that protects a network.
- A technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly.
- A technique used by fraudsters to obtain personal information with the aim of committing identity theft.
- A network of computers infected by malware that are under the control of a single attacking party.
Down
- A technique of symmetric encryption.
- A hashing algorithm which is the most used in secret-keys transfert.
- A known certfication authority who offers free certificates.
9 Clues: A technique of symmetric encryption. • A program/device that protects a network. • A computer attack aimed at making a service unavailable. • A known certfication authority who offers free certificates. • A technique for protecting data by transforming it irreversibly. • A brand that makes cybersecurity devices especially for companies. • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-02-21
Across
- Find hidden messages or attacks within innocent-looking files.
- Malware that collects information about you
- A wall or partition designed to inhibit or prevent the spread of fire.
- Manifestation signifying hostile intention, the plan to cause harm.
- The practice of sending emails to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.
Down
- Malware that blocks access and demands ransom
- A cyber security professional who deal with testing vulnerabilities to help owners of application or website
- A type of malware that is often masked as genuine software
- Improve or correct by inserting a patch. It's a synonym of update
9 Clues: Malware that collects information about you • Malware that blocks access and demands ransom • A type of malware that is often masked as genuine software • Find hidden messages or attacks within innocent-looking files. • Improve or correct by inserting a patch. It's a synonym of update • Manifestation signifying hostile intention, the plan to cause harm. • ...
Cybersecurity unit 10 and 11 vocabulary 2026-04-30
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- Software designed to cause damage or gain unauthorized access to a computer or network.
- the process of securing software applications through reducing vulnerabilities.
- A physical security measure where methods like keycards and biometrics are used to authenticate who can access physical infrastructure.
- Malware that is designed to hold data or a computer system hostage until a fee is paid.
- A type of malware that, when executed, is designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers.
- a cybersecurity tool designed to detect and remove viruses
- The process of securing a network by securing access points and strengthening defenses against cyberthreats.
- A type of software that automatically displays or downloads ads to generate revenue.
- A type of malware that secretly installs itself onto a device without the user knowing or consenting.
- Securing an operating system through reducing the attack surface and configuring settings to be more secure.
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- Live monitoring of database and server grounds to watch for any suspicious activity
- Securing physical networking infrastructure such as servers and terminals through methods such as physical locks and biometrics.
- securing a database through reducing the attack surface.
- A cybersecurity technique of splitting up a network into multiple different parts to reduce how much is lost in a breach and increase performance.
- A type of malware that spreads across computers automatically without requiring user actions.
- the process of securing an IT system by reducing how many attack entrances there are.
- A cybersecurity tool designed to prevent detect and remove malware.
- 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
Across
- Masquerades as legitimate communications Common via email, text, social media
- First line of defense
- Data protection in cloud storage
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- Malicious software designed to harm systems
Down
- Encrypts victim's files Demands payment for decryption
- A cybersecurity best practice. Makes it difficult for hackers to crack the user's password
- ransomware attack on a critical US energy infrastructure. Threatened distribution of gas and jet fuel
- type of hacking method that involves hacker cracking user's password
- 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 Risk 2021-08-04
Across
- Malware aimed to corrupt or modify data on one computer before spreading to others.
- a sequence of letters, characters, and numbers used for authentication
- a technique used in order to manipulate and deceive people into handing over sensitive information.
- A network device that determines what information is able to enter a system based on the rules in place.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through text messaging
- the process of encoding data so that it can only be accessed by its intended recipient.
- the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked
- the act of appearing to be someone or thing that you are not
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- measures taken in order to protect systems and their data.
- A network that uses encryption in order to in order to maintain privacy.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email.
- Software that locks your device and hold the data hostage and demands a price.
- intrusive software developed to wreak havoc on systems; also known as malicious software
- a sequence of words used for authentication.
- is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity.
15 Clues: a sequence of words used for authentication. • measures taken in order to protect systems and their data. • the act of appearing to be someone or thing that you are not • the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked • is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity. • ...
Cybersecurity fun 2022-04-28
Across
- legal constraints that govern how data can be used or stored. Permission is often required from individual as to these elements
- possibility of undesired outcome occurring
- information classification
- Electronic or digital method to control how devices operate or control how they can or can not be used
- any security incident where sensitive, protected, or confidential data is accessed or stolen by an unauthorized party
- the original form of a message
- protect before an event happens
Down
- all the information on a website
- a conventional type of encryption
- the process of adding our signature to the document to show integrity
- someone who is responsible for developing algorithms and ciphers to encrypt sensitive data and may work together with a security software developer in developing security systems
- a process of encoding a message so that its meaning is not obvious
- the a in CIA triad
- ways to protect vulnerabilities
- copies of data
15 Clues: copies of data • the a in CIA triad • information classification • the original form of a message • ways to protect vulnerabilities • protect before an event happens • all the information on a website • a conventional type of encryption • possibility of undesired outcome occurring • a process of encoding a message so that its meaning is not obvious • ...
Cybersecurity Definitions 2026-09-02
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- Something used to not allow unauthorized people to access information
- An incident when an unauthorized person gets access private data or information
- Digital information
- A collection of devices that share data and communicate
- A weakness a website or system has that could be exploited
- A hacker that hacks for their own benefit .
- Leaking someone's private information
- Protecting a network/ app/ website from damages or attacks
- A person who finds weaknesses in computer systems (or other online systems such as apps, websites, databases, ect)
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- Data that can find a person from their information (ex. social security)
- Someone in charge of a network
- A hacker who hacks for a company or group that finds weaknesses to fix them.
- People who hack illegally but hack to find weaknesses and report them.
- Organized data in a computer
- Harassing someone through electronic devices
15 Clues: Digital information • Organized data in a computer • Someone in charge of a network • Leaking someone's private information • A hacker that hacks for their own benefit . • Harassing someone through electronic devices • A collection of devices that share data and communicate • A weakness a website or system has that could be exploited • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-08-05
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- is a malware aimed to corrupt or modify data on one computer before spreading to others.
- a sequence of letters, characters, and numbers used for authentication
- is a technique used in order to manipulate and deceive people into handing over sensitive information.
- is a network device that determines what information is able to enter a system based on the rules in place.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through text messaging
- is the process of encoding data so that it can only be accessed by its intended recipient.
- the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked
- is a method of attacking a computer by alternating a program while making it appear to function normally
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- are the measures taken in order to protect systems and their data.
- is a network that uses encryption in order to in order to maintain privacy.
- a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email.
- a form of malware that takes control of data and holds it hostage until a ransom is paid.
- is short for malicious software, and is any intrusive software developed to wreak havoc on systems.
- a sequence of words used for authentication.
- is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity.
15 Clues: a sequence of words used for authentication. • the state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked • are the measures taken in order to protect systems and their data. • is the act of confirmation through evidence of somethings validity. • a technique to obtain sensitive information typically through email. • ...
Cybersecurity awareness 2023-06-13
Healthcare Cybersecurity 2024-04-10
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- Helps pay for your healthcare, often checked online
- Law that protects your private health information
- Blood or urine check ordered by a doctor
- Seeing a doctor using video or phone
- Message that tells you about an upcoming appointment
- Website where patients can see their health records
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- Booking a doctor’s appointment online
- Important health signs like heart rate and blood pressure
- Person who often uses computers to track patient care
- Uses technology to review test results and notes
- Protecting health information from hackers
- Place that fills prescriptions, often linked to your records
- Being able to see your own medical records
- Digital version of a patient’s medical chart
- Tool on your phone that helps manage health
15 Clues: Seeing a doctor using video or phone • Booking a doctor’s appointment online • Blood or urine check ordered by a doctor • Protecting health information from hackers • Being able to see your own medical records • Tool on your phone that helps manage health • Digital version of a patient’s medical chart • Uses technology to review test results and notes • ...
Cybersecurity Tools 2025-12-22
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- Tool for encoding, decoding, and data analysis
- Tool for crafting network packets
- Command to query DNS records
- Command showing network connections
- Search engine for internet-connected devices
- Tool for extracting passwords
- Tool for capturing network traffic
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- Using search queries to find exposed data
- Tool for testing system vulnerabilities
- Tool for scanning networks and open ports
- Service that shows domain ownership info
- Secure remote login protocol
- Windows exploit for remote access
- Tool for sending data over networks
- Publicly available information used for analysis
15 Clues: Secure remote login protocol • Command to query DNS records • Tool for extracting passwords • Tool for crafting network packets • Windows exploit for remote access • Tool for capturing network traffic • Command showing network connections • Tool for sending data over networks • Tool for testing system vulnerabilities • Service that shows domain ownership info • ...
Cybersecurity Activity 2026-04-14
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- A security measure that allows only approved, trusted entities or actions to be executed, blocking everything else.
- Facility where enterprise information systems (websites, applications, databases, data centers and servers, networks, desktops, and other endpoints) are monitored, assessed, and defended by analysts.
- A weakness in a system that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or cause harm.
- The act of secretly listening to private communications, typically to gather sensitive or personal information without the knowledge or consent of the participants
- network of infected devices controlled remotely by a hacker, often used for carrying out distributed denial-of service (DDoS) attacks.
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- Locks the computer or data and demands a payment to release the machine.
- A network security system designed to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
- A system that collects, analyzes, and correlates security event data from across an organization’s IT infrastructure to detect, monitor, and respond to potential security incidents in real-time.
- Software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software, such as viruses, worms, and trojans, from computers.
- A decoy system or network that serves to attract potential attackers.
- A process that ensures and confirms a user’s identity.
- Identification method that enables users to log in to multiple applications and websites with one set of credentials.
- A type of surveillance software that records keystrokes made by a user.
- Spread to other machines on a network.(Hint: Its color is red)
- A security mechanism that isolates programs or files to prevent them from affecting the rest of the system, often used for testing potentially harmful software.
15 Clues: A process that ensures and confirms a user’s identity. • Spread to other machines on a network.(Hint: Its color is red) • A decoy system or network that serves to attract potential attackers. • Locks the computer or data and demands a payment to release the machine. • A type of surveillance software that records keystrokes made by a user. • ...
Cybersecurity Vocabulary 2026-06-17
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- Precautions taken to guard against crime that involves the Internet
- The unauthorized collection of secure or private information
- The programs that perform actions on a device
- Writing statements in order to create a program
- A specific set of multiple instructions used to perform actions on an electronic device
- A global, open network that allows information dispersal and instantaneous communication
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- Using codes to secure information
- Physical electronic objects
- An electronic device used to create and access information
- Accessing a device or network without permission or authorization
- Devices that are connected together for the purpose of sharing information
- Accomplished when data is sent to a device
- An instruction set to a computer in order to perform an action
- Identifies specific devices on a network
- Information that is returned or transmitted by a device
15 Clues: Physical electronic objects • Using codes to secure information • Identifies specific devices on a network • Accomplished when data is sent to a device • The programs that perform actions on a device • 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 2022-04-05
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- A type of malware disguised as bona fide software, applications, or files to deceive users into downloading it and, unknowingly, granting control of their devices.
- A type of malware that infiltrates devices without the owner’s knowledge. This is often for the purpose of spying on internet activity, tracking log in and password information, or collecting sensitive information that can be used for fraudulent purposes.
- A type of malware that comes from ads on legitimate websites. You can fall victim to malvertising by clicking on an infected ad — cybercriminals may even pay to place these on websites — or by visiting a website that is home to a corrupted ad.
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- are similar to worms and Trojans, but earn their unique name by performing a wide variety of automated tasks a program that crawls the internet looking for holes in security infrastructures to exploit, and the hacking is done automatically — or robotically if you will.
- A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.
- A type of malware that comes with a ransom. It locks and encrypts a victim’s device or data and demands a ransom to restore access.
- A type of malware that grants cybercriminals remote control of victims’ devices, oftentimes without the victims’ knowledge.
- Malware that involves advertising.
- A type of malware that uses software, applications, and protocols already built-in or native to device operating systems to install and execute malicious activities. In other words, no files are needed to download this type of malware.
9 Clues: Malware that involves advertising. • A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers. • A type of malware that grants cybercriminals remote control of victims’ devices, oftentimes without the victims’ knowledge. • ...
cybersecurity 2021-02-12
9 Clues: send ransom money • used by the romans • scam emails or calls • allows the hacker to spy on you • a piece of coding copying itself • your computer will have many pop ups • the other use for the word of a animal • what makes your computer harder to hack • a person who takes or uses your computer information
Cybersecurity 2020-04-07
9 Clues: dominio • ipermediale • regole comuni • ragnatela grande • elettrodomestici evoluti • linguaggio delle pagine web • gestire il proprio conto corrente • dimostra chi è veramente il mittente • inserirlo nella barra degli indirizzi
cybersecurity 2024-11-20
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- protocol for securing internet communications
- malware that watch your online activities without you knowing
- type of attack that involves trying all possibilities to find a password or codes
- design flaw in a computer program
- encrypt messages with keys
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- weakness in a computer system allowing an attacker to harm the integrity of that system
- check the data flows and what types of communications are allowed on a computer network.
- computer attack that aims to obtain personal data by relying on identity theft
- block access to the computer or files and demand payment
9 Clues: encrypt messages with keys • design flaw in a computer program • protocol for securing internet communications • block access to the computer or files and demand payment • malware that watch your online activities without you knowing • computer attack that aims to obtain personal data by relying on identity theft • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-11-03
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- Software designed to harm or exploit devices
- Process of converting data into a coded form
- Security system that blocks unauthorized access
- Person who tries to gain unauthorized access to systems
- Program that protects your computer from viruses
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- Incident where sensitive information is exposed
- Software That secretly monitors your activity
- Scam where attackers trick you into giving personal info
- 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 • ...
Chris's Crossword 2023-11-29
14 Clues: @_ • Coat closet • Green Thing • Ending, say • Motion for _ • NATO Drafter? • Chuckles, say • Reporter's tool • Number of senators • Legislative roundup • Yearly certification • Kentucky Derby Lover? • A General and employer • Type of fruit and fearless leader
Cybersecurity 2023-05-30
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- kübervahendite turvalisus ja turvalisus kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- teadmised küberturvalisuse kohta ning kuidas ennast kaitsta
- on riiklikult oluliste kübervahendite julgeolek ja julgeolek kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- isiku v. mingi toimingu identsuse automaatne kontroll
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- tarkvara ja andmeid hävitav v. andmetöötlust häiriv väike programm, mis end arvutisüsteemides ise paljundab
- kui ohver tegutseb petturliku e-kirja alusel, mis nõuab kiiret tegutsemist.
- on kübervahendite turve ja on turve kübervahendite talitluse kaudu tekkivate/tekitatavate ohtude suhtes
- usalduslik, salajane
- pahatahtlik inimene või grupp kes murravafd sisse inimeste või ettevõtete privatsetesse keskkondadesse
9 Clues: usalduslik, salajane • isiku v. mingi toimingu identsuse automaatne kontroll • teadmised küberturvalisuse kohta ning kuidas ennast kaitsta • kui ohver tegutseb petturliku e-kirja alusel, mis nõuab kiiret tegutsemist. • pahatahtlik inimene või grupp kes murravafd sisse inimeste või ettevõtete privatsetesse keskkondadesse • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-04-26
9 Clues: chief officer • an actual attack • self replicating infection • potential issue in security • program that causes problems • email that mimics other people • program that uses vulnerability • program that hides inside another • program that infects other programs
CyberSecurity 2022-08-25
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- The state of being free from unwanted or undue intrusion or disturbance in one's private life or affairs; freedom to be let alone
- Detailed report, usually about a person
- rules for interacting politely online
- files stored on your computer (cell phone) that tell browsers how to remember your favorites and your previous searches
- the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- Someone who intentionally targets people for harm using online chat rooms or social media.
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- The ability to act in a safe and responsible way on the Internet and other connected environments.
- A site or online community where people with like experiences or interests communicate with each other and share information, resources, etc.
- Information about you and what you do online
9 Clues: rules for interacting politely online • Detailed report, usually about a person • Information about you and what you do online • the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks • Someone who intentionally targets people for harm using online chat rooms or social media. • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-09-08
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- Any intrusive software developed by cybercriminals (often called “hackers”) to steal data and damage or destroy computers and computer systems
- A popular programming language used in security scripts
- A collection of software specifically designed to permit malicious program that gathers sensitive information, into your system
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
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- Software that records every keystroke made by a computer user, especially in order to gain fraudulent access to passwords and other confidential information
- A barrier between a trusted network and untrusted network that controls/monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic
- A type of social engineering, online scam where criminals send alluring emails to the organization, user, and more to collect sensitive information
- Computer programming that is used to track internet activity and gather sensitive information
- A that records every keystroke made by a computer user, especially in order to gain fraudulent access to passwords and other confidential information
9 Clues: A popular programming language used in security scripts • Computer programming that is used to track internet activity and gather sensitive information • A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid • ...
Cybersecurity 2023-09-04
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- Make sure you set a strong one by using upper, lowercase, numbers and characters
- Organized and unauthorized use of an app to send thousands of messages to its users, either by fake or hacked profiles
- Common messaging platform for attackers to use for cyberattacks
- An attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords etc. often for malicious reasons by disguising as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication
- Type of cyberattack that uses malware disguised as a legitimate file to infect a system or device. Named by a famous wooden horse
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- Malicious software that encrypts files or locks your computer, and retains control until you pay a certain amount of money
- Cyber-attackers use creative ways to trick you to enable them to steal it
- Type of cyber-attack that uses multiple computers or devices to send overwhelming traffic to a targeted website or network. The attack aims to cause the target to slow down or completely stop functioning
- Form of malware that poses a security program. If clicked, it pretends to scan for threats and malware on your PC and then lures you into paying real money in exchange for resolving the imaginary threat
9 Clues: Common messaging platform for attackers to use for cyberattacks • Cyber-attackers use creative ways to trick you to enable them to steal it • Make sure you set a strong one by using upper, lowercase, numbers and characters • Organized and unauthorized use of an app to send thousands of messages to its users, either by fake or hacked profiles • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-05-11
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- computer program that hides and replicates
- most common type of social engineering
- inspects network traffic
- octets network address
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- appears to be a legitimate file or program
- user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
- database that contains the login account information
- hexadecimal address
- system that detects incoming threats
9 Clues: hexadecimal address • octets network address • inspects network traffic • system that detects incoming threats • most common type of social engineering • appears to be a legitimate file or program • computer program that hides and replicates • user of programs to overcome technical obstacles • database that contains the login account information
Cybersecurity 2022-05-11
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- computer program that hides and replicates
- most common type of social engineering
- inspects network traffic
- octets network address
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- appears to be a legitimate file or program
- user of programs to overcome technical obstacles
- database that contains the login account information
- hexadecimal address
- system that detects incoming threats
9 Clues: hexadecimal address • octets network address • inspects network traffic • system that detects incoming threats • most common type of social engineering • appears to be a legitimate file or program • computer program that hides and replicates • user of programs to overcome technical obstacles • database that contains the login account information
cybersecurity 2023-05-25
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- A software designed to detect and remove viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious programs from a computer system or network.
- The process of converting information into a code or cipher to prevent unauthorized access. Encryption is commonly used to secure sensitive information such as passwords, financial data, and personal information.
- A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It helps to prevent unauthorized intrusions and cyber attacks.
- Unsolicited and unwanted emails or messages sent out in bulk. Spam can be used to deliver malware, phishing attempts, or other types of unwanted content.
- A weakness or security flaw in a computer system or network that can be exploited by attackers. Vulnerabilities can be caused by outdated software, misconfigured systems, or human error.
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- A type of cyber attack where attackers create fake websites or emails to trick individuals into revealing personal or sensitive information. Phishing attacks often attempt to mimic legitimate websites or companies.
- A secret code or word that allows you to access certain devices or services. It is important to create a strong password to protect yourself from cyber threats.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user or device trying to access a system or network. Authentication is often done through the use of usernames and passwords, biometrics, or security tokens.
- A software that is designed to harm or damage computer systems and networks. Malware can include viruses, trojans, ransomware, and other malicious programs.
9 Clues: A software designed to detect and remove viruses, malware, spyware, and other malicious programs from a computer system or network. • Unsolicited and unwanted emails or messages sent out in bulk. Spam can be used to deliver malware, phishing attempts, or other types of unwanted content. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-02
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- A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
- A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
- An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
- An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
- A technique hackers use to hide their identity pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
- A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
- A weakness in computer software
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- A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
- A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
- A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
- The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
- A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
- An acronym that stands for distributed denial of service
- An extra copy of data from a computer
- A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer
15 Clues: A weakness in computer software • An extra copy of data from a computer • An acronym that stands for distributed denial of service • A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out • A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-05-16
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- To figure out or break a code or cipher.
- The science of analyzing or breaking secret codes or ciphers to reveal hidden messages.
- Central Intelligence Agency
- a message written in code or cipher; the encrypted message that must be decoded.
- a message written out in “plain” English that anyone can read; it has not been encoded.
- The science of writing hidden or concealed messages using secret codes or ciphers.
- To put words into code or cipher form.
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- A system where symbols, groups of letters or numbers, pictures or words, are substituted to represent other words or phrases.
- a person who secretly collects and reports information on the activities, movements, and plans of an enemy or competitor.
- the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
- Central Security Service
- National Security Agency
- A system where one letter or symbol is methodically substituted for another letter or symbol.
- The science of studying codes and ciphers.
- A systematic, minute, and thorough attempt to learn the facts about something complex or hidden
15 Clues: Central Security Service • National Security Agency • Central Intelligence Agency • To put words into code or cipher form. • To figure out or break a code or cipher. • The science of studying codes and ciphers. • a message written in code or cipher; the encrypted message that must be decoded. • ...
Cybersecurity Vocabulary 2025-05-01
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- Attack involving the lack of or reduction of a computer resource
- Information about a person that can be used to leverage access
- Side of CIA Triad that involves Trust
- Software installed on a person's computer to record that person's keystrokes and mouse clicks
- Social Engineering attack involving scam messages sent via text message
- Side of CIA Triad involving redundancy and reliability
- Passively gathers information about a potential victim for future use in an attack
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- Attack performed using phone calls to coerce victims to reveal personal information
- Side of CIA Triad that involves Passwords
- Social engineering tactic where a hacker pretends to be a member of senior management who is authorized to gain access to a system
- Social Engineering example that involves fake e-mails attempting to steal PII
- Attack that takes advantage of people who use short, common words or combinations of these words as their passwords
- Eavesdropping that uses programs such as packet sniffers to capture data being transmitted over a network.
- Where an attacker tries to use every possible combination of letters and numbers until the find a password.
- 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
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- writing statements in order to create a program
- the programs that perform actions on a device like operating systems
- devices that are connected together for the purpose of sharing information
- accessing a device or network without permission or authorization
- a global open network that allows information dispersal and instantaneous communication
- identifies specific devices on a network
- an instruction set to a computer in order to perform an action
- a specific set of multiple instructions used to perform actions on a device
- information that is returned or transmitted by a device
- using codes to secure information
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- the physical electronic objects like a computer
- the unauthorized collection of secure or private information
- precautions taken to guard against crime that involves the internet
- accomplished when data is sent to a device
- an electronic device used to create and access information
15 Clues: using codes to secure information • identifies specific devices on a network • accomplished when data is sent to a device • the physical electronic objects like a computer • writing statements in order to create a program • information that is returned or transmitted by a device • an electronic device used to create and access information • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2023-01-17
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- Software that monitors user activities and reports them to a third party
- A test that outlines the steps to restoring data after a severe setback
- A successful hack to gain control of a network and leak its data
- A scan hackers use to detect areas of weakness via sending messages to identify activity
- a type of computer network device that interconnects with other networks using the same protocol
- An intermediary server between a user and the internet that protects the enterprise from outside intrusion
- The practice of adhering to standards and regulatory requirements
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- An AI-manipulated video in someone’s likeness to spread misleading information
- Malicious software often in the form of spam emails
- A misleading computer program with a name deriving from Greek history
- A scam perpetrated by a hacker posing as a legitimate
- A small update to fix bugs in existing programs
- A special code to protect your digital information
- An internal computer network closed to outsiders
- A network that disguises users’ IP addresses with its own to deter hackers
15 Clues: A small update to fix bugs in existing programs • An internal computer network closed to outsiders • A special code to protect your digital information • Malicious software often in the form of spam emails • A scam perpetrated by a hacker posing as a legitimate • A successful hack to gain control of a network and leak its data • ...
Cybersecurity Recap 2026-01-22
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- Harmful software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system
- The process of determining what an authenticated user is allowed to access or do
- A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic
- The process of proving who you are, such as logging in with a password or fingerprint
- A type of malware that spreads by attaching itself to files and can damage or delete data
- Authentication a security method that requires two forms of verification to access an account
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- The process of converting data into a coded format so only authorized users can read it
- Ensuring systems and data are accessible when needed
- Malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it
- Engineering manipulating people into giving up confidential information rather than hacking systems
- Triad a cybersecurity model that includes confidentiality, integrity, and availability
- A cyber attack where scammers send fake emails or messages to trick people into giving personal information
- Making sure data is accurate and has not been altered without permission
- Ensuring that information is only accessible to authorized users
- 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
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- Overloads a system to shut it down
- Converting data into a fixed code for security
- Update that fixes security flaws
- Harmful software
- Verifying a user’s identity
- Converting encrypted data back to normal
- Locks data and demands payment
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- Newly discovered, unpatched vulnerability
- Fake messages to steal sensitive info
- Filters network traffic to block threats
- Granting access to resources
- Scrambling data to keep it secure
- Secures internet connection privately
- Detects and removes malicious software
- 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 • ...
I made this using crosswordlabs and google 2025-09-21
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- the repeated use of electronic communication technology—like cell phones, computers, tablets, and social media—to harass, threaten, humiliate, or target another person
- 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
- 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 cybersecurity professional who uses their hacking skills to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in computer systems with the permission of the system owner
- an IT professional who installs, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots computer networks to ensure they operate efficiently, reliably, and securely
- facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.
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- the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
- the state of being protected against the criminal or unauthorized use of electronic data, or the measures taken to achieve this.
- a structured set of data held in a computer, especially one that is accessible in various ways.
- search for and publish private or identifying information about (a particular individual) on the internet, typically with malicious intent.
- 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. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-02-03
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- A technology that allows us to access our files through the internet from anywhere in the world
- A piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
- An internet version of a home address for your computer, which identifies it when it’s connected to the internet
- An umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to cause havoc on a computer
- A technique hackers use to hide their identity to pretend to be someone else or simply try to fool you over the internet
- A person who uses programming skills to cause damage to a computer system, steal data and in general conduct illegal cyber activities
- A weakness in computer software
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- A computer system that has been infected by malware and is now part of a hacker’s botnet
- A group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
- A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out
- The moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device, and gains access to its files and network
- A malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
- An acronym that stands for Distributed Denial of Service
- An extra copy of data from a computer
- A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer
15 Clues: A weakness in computer software • An extra copy of data from a computer • An acronym that stands for Distributed Denial of Service • A defensive technology focused on keeping the bad guys out • A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2023-10-27
15 Clues: GRC • Purple • Razeen • Toddlers • Checkmarx • Teel Tech • Picus Security • Philip Cherian • Video Forensics • Incident Response • Mobile Acquisition • #NotTraditionalPAM • Data Classification • Mobile Device Management • External Threat Landscape
Cybersecurity Awareness 2024-09-06
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- measures that reduce the likelihood of an unwanted occurrence or lessen its consequences
- software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process
- a computer program that can replicate itself, infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user, and spread further
- an attack method that uses trial and error to crack passwords
- abuse of electronic messaging systems to indiscriminately send unsolicited bulk messages
- a type of malware that conceals its true content to fool a user into thinking it's a harmless file
- the fraudulent practice of sending test messages purporting to be form reputable companies in order to convince individuals to reveal personal information
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- the ability to adapt to changing conditions and prepare for, withstand, and rapidly recover from disruption
- a digital form of social engineering to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information or exposing their system to malware
- limits network traffic between networks or systems
- an unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system
- the process of verifying one's identity
- a technology that allows a program to interact with the internals of another program running on a different machine
- An attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information
- a string of characters used to authenticate an identity or to verify authorizes access
15 Clues: the process of verifying one's identity • limits network traffic between networks or systems • an attack method that uses trial and error to crack passwords • an unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system • An attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information • ...
Cybersecurity Definitions 2023-01-25
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- hack into telecommunications systems, especially to obtain free calls.
- a type of network attack used to gain unauthorized access to systems within a security perimeter
- a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data
- If users are unable to achieve the defined goal.
- are useful in passwordless and multi-factor authentication. Hidden form field is used to store session information of a client
- the condition of an electronics, software, or other system where the system's substantive behavior is dependent on the sequence or timing of oth
- Where the attacker intercepts and relays messages between two parties who believe they are communicating with each other
- someone who broke into computer systems, bypassed passwords or licenses in computer programs, or in other ways intentionally breached computer security.
- Is a more advanced technique to get user’s credentials by making effort to enter users into the website
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- Used by hijacking to gain access to a targets computer or online accounts
- The act of entering false information into a DNS cache
- a systematic approach to managing all changes made to a product or system
- Espionage or trespass occurs when an unauthorized individual attempts to gain illegal access to organizational information
- a code injection technique used to attack data-driven applications, in which malicious SQL statements are inserted into an entry field for execution
- A technique whereby packet data flowing across the network is detected and observed
15 Clues: If users are unable to achieve the defined goal. • The act of entering false information into a DNS cache • a person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data • hack into telecommunications systems, especially to obtain free calls. • Used by hijacking to gain access to a targets computer or online accounts • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2022-04-28
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- "pretty good privacy"
- private modification
- corrective measures
- private readability
- pick out at risk information
- react
- awareness of intrusions
- data restoration
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- converting plain text for confidentiality
- ability to access
- multi-use accounts
- illegal activity in cyberspace
- verifying logins (acronym)
- copyright protection
- putting in controls
15 Clues: react • data restoration • ability to access • multi-use accounts • corrective measures • private readability • putting in controls • private modification • copyright protection • "pretty good privacy" • awareness of intrusions • verifying logins (acronym) • pick out at risk information • illegal activity in cyberspace • converting plain text for confidentiality
Cybersecurity terms 2024-09-22
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- the process of converting plaintext data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access
- a type of malicious software that automatically downloads advertisements on a device
- process of converting data into a fixed-size string of characters for unique identificaton
- a type of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or useful software
- the process of monitoring network or system activities for malicious activities
- technique that isolates applications or processes in a controlled environment
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- a type of malicious software or hardware that records keystrokes made by a user
- a security approach that allows only pre-approved users to access a network
- an incident of unauthorized access to sensitive, protected or confidential data
- the practice of securing information by transforming it into an unreadable format
- a network of compromised computers that are controlled remotely by a hacker to perform automated tasks
- a malicious software designed to gain unauthorized access to a network while hiding its presence
- a software update designed to fix vulnerabilities, bugs, or improve functionality
- any device that connects to a network and serves as a point of entry for data
- a simulated cyber attack on a system conducted to identify and vulnerabilities
15 Clues: a security approach that allows only pre-approved users to access a network • any device that connects to a network and serves as a point of entry for data • technique that isolates applications or processes in a controlled environment • a simulated cyber attack on a system conducted to identify and vulnerabilities • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2025-04-09
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- A software update to fix security flaws. (5 letters)
- Manipulating people to divulge confidential information. (15 letters)
- Granting permissions to access resources. (13 letters)
- System that monitors networks for suspicious activity. (3 letters)
- Malware that encrypts files and demands payment. (11 letters)
- A network security system that blocks unauthorized access. (8 letters)
- Weakness in a system that can be exploited. (12 letters)
- Securely connects a user to a network over the internet. (3 letters)
- Exploit targeting a previously unknown vulnerability. (8 letters)
- Attack that overwhelms a system with traffic to crash it. (4 letters)
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- Security method requiring two types of verification. (10 letters, hyphenated)
- Scrambling data to make it unreadable without a key. (10 letters)
- Malicious software designed to harm or exploit systems. (7 letters)
- Process of verifying a user’s identity. (14 letters)
- 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
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- When sensitive information is exposed or stolen
- The process of converting data into a secure code
- A type of malware that spreads by attaching to files
- Malware that locks your data and demands money to unlock it
- Malware that spreads on its own without needing a file
- Software that secretly collects your personal information
- A scam where attackers trick you into giving personal info through fake messages
- Protection of a computer network from threats
- A security method that requires two ways to confirm identity
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- Software designed to harm or damage a computer
- A secret set of characters used to access an account
- The trail of data you leave online
- A system that blocks unauthorized access to a network
- The process of verifying a user’s identity
- 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 • ...
CyberSecurity Terminology 2026-06-29
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- A secret string of characters that acts as a key to allow access to a computer system or account.
- Software specifically designed to detect, prevent, and destroy malicious programs on your computer.
- A security system that acts as a barrier, monitoring and controlling incoming and outgoing network traffic.
- A spare copy of your computer data stored securely elsewhere so it can be restored if the original is lost or corrupted.
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or files until money is paid.
- A type of malicious program written to alter how a computer operates and designed to spread from one machine to another.
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- A form of social engineering where attackers attempt to trick you into revealing information over voice phone calls.
- Software that secretly monitors and gathers information about a person's internet usage and transmits it to a third party.
- A weakness or flaw in a computer system or software that an attacker can exploit.
- The process of converting information into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Malware that misleads users of its true intent, named after the famous wooden horse from Greek mythology.
- A network of infected computers controlled as a group by an attacker without the owners' knowledge.
- A scam where attackers trick you into revealing sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity.
- Irrelevant, unwanted, or unsolicited messages sent over the internet to a massive number of recipients.
- Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network.
15 Clues: A weakness or flaw in a computer system or software that an attacker can exploit. • Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network. • The process of converting information into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access. • A secret string of characters that acts as a key to allow access to a computer system or account. • ...
Cybersecurity Terms 2026-09-01
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- The revealing of personal details online in order to harass, intimidate, or threaten
- Protecting computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks
- Any information that can be identified as belonging to a specific person, or a combination of information that can be used to identify a single individual
- Someone that hacks people without their consent, usually for good or in accordance with a moral code. They typically are socially or politically motivated
- An individual who uses computers, networking or other skills to overcome a technical problem
- Someone who uses their skills to break into protected system and networks to test and assess their security, providing aid to the party who they hacked, and doing so under their approval
- A term that means a system was accessed by someone not authorized to access it. In some cases, digital information was removed from the system or damaged, but this is not always true
- Using the internet to threaten, harass, embarrass, or otherwise harm an individual, mimicking the properties of regular bullying
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- A connected group of digital devices, servers, and communication paths that transmit data and act as a primary attack surface requiring defense against unauthorized access
- The process of converting readable data into an unreadable, scrambled format using a mathematical algorithm and a cryptographic key
- A person in charge of maintaining a network, creating user accounts, assigning users rights to access certain data or programs, and making sure that users are able to access the data when they need it.
- Information stored digitally
- A special piece of software that is designed to store digital information in a structured way, so that any specific piece of data can be quickly accessed
- Someone who violates computer security for personal gain, or for pure maliciousness
- A flaw in a computer system, operating system, or software that leads to it being more easily accessed or manipulated by malicious actors than it was intended to be
15 Clues: Information stored digitally • Protecting computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks • Someone who violates computer security for personal gain, or for pure maliciousness • The revealing of personal details online in order to harass, intimidate, or threaten • ...
Cybersecurity words 2026-09-01
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- bad hacker
- organized information
- computer system weakness
- private information exposed
- Protection from digital attacks
- group of connected computers
- person responsible for computer network
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- information that can be used to identify somebody
- skilled computer user
- unauthorized access to data or computer system
- being slandered online
- code lock essentially
- good hacker
- anit hero hacker
- stored information
15 Clues: bad hacker • good hacker • anit hero hacker • stored information • skilled computer user • code lock essentially • organized information • being slandered online • computer system weakness • private information exposed • group of connected computers • Protection from digital attacks • person responsible for computer network • unauthorized access to data or computer system • ...
Cybersecurity vocab 2026-09-13
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- technical knowledge that is used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
- An organized collection of digital data stored electronically in a computer system so it can be accessed, managed, and updated.
- Someone who may access systems without permission to find flaws but usually reports them rather than exploit.
- An incident in where an unauthorized person gains access to a system, network, or computer to do harm.
- A flaw in a computer system or network that an attacker can use to gain unauthorized access to cause harm.
- IT professional who manages and maintains an organizations computer networks to keep them working well, safely, and reliably.
- A cybercriminal who breaks into systems to steal data, spread malware, or commit fraud.
- Revealing private information about someone online without permission usually to cause harm, shame or harassment.
- any form of collection of raw facts, numbers, text, or media that a processor can store, move, and interpret.
- A group of connected computing devices that communicate and share resources using wired or wireless links.
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- Any data that can be used to identify, locate, or contact a specific person.
- protecting systems, networks, programs, and data from digital attacks, damage, or unauthorized access.
- scrambling readable data into a secret code using a mathematical algorithm and a digital key so it can only be read by authorized users.
- bullying through electronic devices, such as phones, computers, and tablets.
- A security professional who tests systems with permission to find and fix security flaws.
15 Clues: Any data that can be used to identify, locate, or contact a specific person. • bullying through electronic devices, such as phones, computers, and tablets. • technical knowledge that is used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems. • A cybercriminal who breaks into systems to steal data, spread malware, or commit fraud. • ...
EZOREF Weekly Bulletin Crossword 2021-07-05
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- much like standard AV, having an effective ------ solution is vital
- While Secpod provides an array of solutions to your corporate pain points, it was primarily introduced as a ----- management tool
- Quick Heal's Enterprise Grade cybersecurity brand
- Konnect Insights is identified as a next-gen social -------
- Global leader, ethos being 'The truth in information'
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- Forescout is positioned as a Modern ---
- founded in 1987, providing unparalleled cybersecurity solution now known as the device to cloud cybersecurity company
- IOB is an acronym for the Internet of ---------
- A ------- consists of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared light beams.
- This technology works by securing data flowing to and from in-house IT architectures and cloud vendor environments using an organization's security policies.
10 Clues: Forescout is positioned as a Modern --- • IOB is an acronym for the Internet of --------- • Quick Heal's Enterprise Grade cybersecurity brand • Global leader, ethos being 'The truth in information' • Konnect Insights is identified as a next-gen social ------- • much like standard AV, having an effective ------ solution is vital • ...
a39 2026-05-29
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
revision 2022-09-14
10 Clues: захист • кібербезпека • злиття_акцій • штаб-квартира • власники_акцій • під_керівництвом • виявляти_загрози • розсувати кордони • комплексні_рішення • проривні_технології
Cybersecurity 2024-02-06
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- A piece of software designed to fix security vulnerabilities or improve functionality.
- The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems and data.
- Authentication based on physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints or voice patterns.
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- Network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
- Process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or application.
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
- Fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.
- Malicious software that can replicate itself and spread to other computers.
9 Clues: Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems and data. • Process of verifying the identity of a user, system, or application. • Malicious software that can replicate itself and spread to other computers. • The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-03-29
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- DNS ____ is when a hacker pretends to be a DNS server and feeds your computer the wrong IP Address for a given website, sending you to a false website.
- Multi-factor _____ is an authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access.
- A ____ attack is spamming a web server with so many requests so close together that it crashes.
- A type of spyware that records every keystroke (and sometimes also mouse movements) made by a computer user in order to gain access to passwords and other confidential info
- ____ is any program code that explicitly attempts to bypass appropriate authorization safeguards and/or perform unauthorized functions.
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- A ___ is information stored on your computer by a website you visit. They often store your settings for a website, such as your login status and preferred language or location.
- ____ is an attempt by cybercriminals posing as legitimate institutions, usually via email, to obtain sensitive information from targeted individuals.
- ____ guessing is an attempt to gain access to a computer system by methodically trying to determine a user’s password
- The digital ____is a gap between those who have access to new technology and those who do not.
9 Clues: The digital ____is a gap between those who have access to new technology and those who do not. • A ____ attack is spamming a web server with so many requests so close together that it crashes. • ____ guessing is an attempt to gain access to a computer system by methodically trying to determine a user’s password • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-06-27
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- Malware hidden inside another program.
- A ransomware that attacks networks using a protocol that helps computers communicate with printers and other devices
- Mechanism to run program
- Vulnerability of a system or program that manages to cede control to unauthorized persons.
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- Technology that allows the extension of the local area network a public network such as the Internet.
- software that allows anonymous access to the Internet through a series of virtual tunnels or sub-layers that prevent direct connection to the network.
- Exposure of private information.
- Tool that captures data packets on a network.
- 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
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- This method scrambles data so that only authorized people can read it
- the practice of keeping computer systems safe
- a hacker sneaks in between two people who are communicating
- acts like a barrier between your computer and the internet
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- harmful software that can damage your computer
- Software detect and remove harmful software
- attackers send fake emails
- uses malware to lock your files so you can’t access them
- Injection when attackers take advantage of weaknesses in websites
9 Clues: attackers send fake emails • Software detect and remove harmful software • the practice of keeping computer systems safe • harmful software that can damage your computer • uses malware to lock your files so you can’t access them • acts like a barrier between your computer and the internet • a hacker sneaks in between two people who are communicating • ...
Cyber Awareness Crossword 2024-10-01
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- The act of ensuring data is kept safe from unauthorized access.
- A visual verification tool used to distinguish humans from bots.
- Stronger than a basic password, this adds an extra layer of security.
- The process of confirming a user’s identity.
- Software designed to track user activity without consent.
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- The main goal of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
- The practice of safeguarding digital information.
- A common method to protect data by encoding it.
- The term for unauthorized access to a network.
- A program that appears legitimate but performs harmful actions.
- A type of software update that protects against vulnerabilities.
- A common cyber threat involving deceptive emails.
12 Clues: The process of confirming a user’s identity. • The term for unauthorized access to a network. • The main goal of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. • A common method to protect data by encoding it. • The practice of safeguarding digital information. • A common cyber threat involving deceptive emails. • Software designed to track user activity without consent. • ...
Cybersecurity Challenge 2019-10-11
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- Northern Bank's Core Values
- Location of the Bank's Disaster Recovery Site
- A way to access the Bank’s resources remotely
- Programs installed on your phone
- Password should always be?
- Key word used to send secure email
- Think before you -- ?
- Type of an Operating system
- A device you should not plug in
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- A type of malware that encrypts your file
- A type of an email scam
- Department to call for computer issues
- Most likely NFL team to win the superbowl in 2020
- Last name of the VP of IT
- Location of the Bank's Head Quarter
15 Clues: Think before you -- ? • A type of an email scam • Last name of the VP of IT • Password should always be? • Northern Bank's Core Values • Type of an Operating system • A device you should not plug in • Programs installed on your phone • Key word used to send secure email • Location of the Bank's Head Quarter • Department to call for computer issues • ...
Cybersecurity Risk 2021-09-03
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- Convert an item, such as data, into a code or cipher.
- Short for malicious software
- Software that encrypts data on someone's device until that person agrees to pay to regain access.
- Similar to a password but uses multiple words together.
- Legitimate of innocent-looking emails asking you to respond with personal data or to click on a link.
- Disguising an email address or phone number to convince you that you are interacting with a trusted friend or source.
- False or inaccurate information.
- Acronym for Pause, Ask, Think.
- Range of activities that guide how we manage digital data.
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- Measures taken to protect computer systems.
- Type of identity that is established by an internet user.
- Software written to damage a computer's performance, steal, or alter data.
- The practice of phishing using text messages
- Type of data that can be found as part of public record.
- Type of data that should be protected from public view.
15 Clues: Short for malicious software • Acronym for Pause, Ask, Think. • False or inaccurate information. • Measures taken to protect computer systems. • The practice of phishing using text messages • Convert an item, such as data, into a code or cipher. • Similar to a password but uses multiple words together. • Type of data that should be protected from public view. • ...
Cybersecurity Month 2025-10-03
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- Unauthorized access to data
- Network security barrier
- Software update to fix vulnerabilities
- Fraudulent attempt to get personal information
- Malicious software that demands payment
- Local tribal community hosting IT services
- Measures to protect information and systems
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- Name of the tribal nation
- IT support for users
- Extra layer of login security
- Software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access
- Secret code to access accounts
- Secure remote network connection
- Process of converting data to unreadable format
- 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
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- bad software
- person who breaks into systems
- secret code to log in
- stored information
- scrambles data
- proves identity
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- blocks unwanted access
- locks files for money
- saved copy of files
- spreads and harms computers
- tracks your activity
- data leak incident
- software that stops threats
- fake message scam
- 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
CYBERSECURITY 2 2026-07-14
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- A digital barrier that monitors and blocks unwanted network traffic.
- When someone creates a fake profile to pretend they are someone else.
- An unexpected flaw or error in a computer program or website.
- A lock that doesn't need a key, just your thumb or your face.
- When someone steals your personal information to pretend to be you.
- The general term for any malicious software designed to harm your device.
- A bad link or email sent to millions of people at once.
- A person who breaks into computer systems without permission.
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- The trail of data you leave behind whenever you go online.
- A malicious program designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers.
- A secret combination of letters and numbers used to protect your account.
- Small browser files tracking your movements and preferences on a website.
- The unique name you use along with a password to log into a website.
- To save files elsewhere like a cloud drive so you don't lose them.
- A website test used to prove you are a human and not a bot.
15 Clues: A bad link or email sent to millions of people at once. • The trail of data you leave behind whenever you go online. • A website test used to prove you are a human and not a bot. • An unexpected flaw or error in a computer program or website. • A lock that doesn't need a key, just your thumb or your face. • ...
Women in Tech 2023-02-22
021-1 2024-07-12
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- Term for when security is breached
- Malicious code used in the attack
- Joint groups formed to improve cybersecurity
- Efforts to reduce the impact of the attack
- Tech giant also affected by the attack
- Public and private sectors working together
- Russian state-sponsored group behind the attack
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security's response
- Type of actor behind the attack
- Another name for the attackers
- Key focus in the aftermath of the attack
- Type of analysis conducted to investigate the attack
- Weaknesses exploited by the attackers
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- Techniques used by attackers to avoid detection
- Another term for the security incident
- Process of uncovering the details of the attack
- U.S. response to the attack
- IT company at the center of the attack
- The effect of the attack on organizations
- Cybersecurity firm that discovered the breach
- Software updates released by SolarWinds
- Actions pursued against the attackers
- U.S. department that was compromised
- U.S. body that held hearings on the attack
- SolarWinds product that was compromised
25 Clues: U.S. response to the attack • Another name for the attackers • Type of actor behind the attack • Malicious code used in the attack • Term for when security is breached • U.S. department that was compromised • Actions pursued against the attackers • Weaknesses exploited by the attackers • Another term for the security incident • IT company at the center of the attack • ...
SIP & SOLVE 2026-04-14
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
Angol 2025-09-09
CIS178 Jake Stevenson 2023-01-25
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- virtual private network
- posing as authorized user
- type of malware
- protects you from virus
- protecting online data
- explicitly allowed
- security system
- malicious software
- explicitly not allowed
- not human
- gaining unauthorized access
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- network of networks
- type of scam
- protects you from malware
- harassment on the internet
- unsolicited advertisements
- two-factor authentication
- another word for information
- securing data
- human verification test
20 Clues: not human • type of scam • securing data • type of malware • security system • explicitly allowed • malicious software • network of networks • protecting online data • explicitly not allowed • virtual private network • protects you from virus • human verification test • posing as authorized user • protects you from malware • two-factor authentication • harassment on the internet • ...
Cybersecurity & Web Exploitation Crossword 2022-11-16
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- CSRF attacks use the ___ of other users without their knowledge.
- "Access control" is ensuring users cannot act outside of intended ___.
- You access web applications with this.
- As the ___ of web apps increase, the possibility of vulnerabilities also increase.
- When a malicious actor hijacks clicks meant for a visible top-level site.
- For security reasons, by default, web apps should not ___ data from the browser.
- The OSI model has ___ layers.
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- Denial-of-Service attacks ___ a target site with fake requests to disrupt service.
- In cybersecurity, blue teams do this.
- Acronym for the organization set up to improve software security in 2001.
- SQL injection attacks can give ___ to data users typically can't retrieve.
- What does the "I" in OSI stand for?
- In cybersecurity, red teams do this.
- ___ hat hackers hack unethically, for personal gain.
- ___ sanitization is the modification of user data so that it can't run scripts.
15 Clues: The OSI model has ___ layers. • What does the "I" in OSI stand for? • In cybersecurity, red teams do this. • In cybersecurity, blue teams do this. • You access web applications with this. • ___ hat hackers hack unethically, for personal gain. • CSRF attacks use the ___ of other users without their knowledge. • ...
SET-B 2026-08-28
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- web is an encrypted portion of the internet not indexed by traditional search engines.
- threat intelligence provides real-time, technical details about active cyber threats and attacker behaviors to help security teams detect and block attacks as they happen.
- is a cybersecurity tool that continuously monitors computers, phones, and servers to detect and stop suspicious behavior in real time.
- is a cybersecurity process that automatically stops known malicious network traffic, domains, and files from reaching or executing on a user's device or network.
- defence in cybersecurity is a forward-thinking strategy that anticipates, identifies, and neutralizes threats before they can damage systems, rather than waiting to respond after a breach occurs.
- threat intelligence is a high-level, non-technical analysis of cyber risks, attacker motives, and long-term trends designed to help business leaders make informed security.
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- in cybersecurity is a weakness or flaw in a system, device, software, or human behavior that an attacker can exploit to compromise security.
- is any software intentionally designed to harm, disrupt, or steal data from a computer system, network, or device.
- uses advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning to independently detect, analyze, and neutralize cyber threats in real-time with minimal human intervention.
- stands for Open-Source Intelligence, which is the practice of collecting, processing, and analyzing publicly available information to produce actionable insights.
10 Clues: web is an encrypted portion of the internet not indexed by traditional search engines. • is any software intentionally designed to harm, disrupt, or steal data from a computer system, network, or device. • is a cybersecurity tool that continuously monitors computers, phones, and servers to detect and stop suspicious behavior in real time. • ...
Data Privacy Crossword Puzzle 2025-01-14
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- Unauthorized access to data or systems
- What employees must change regularly to maintain cybersecurity
- Law requiring Canadian organizations to obtain consent before collecting data
- The legal term for data that can identify an individual
- A method of converting readable data into a coded format
- The principle of limiting data collection to only what is necessary
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- Cyberattacks often delivered through email, attempting to steal credentials
- Fraudulent practice of sending fake emails pretending to be from a legitimate source
- Software designed to detect and prevent malware
- The act of reporting suspicious activity or data breaches
- A secret word or phrase used to authenticate access to systems
- Cybersecurity framework used for protecting payment data
- Protection of sensitive information, also known as___
- 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 • ...
Risk Awareness Month 2024-05-17
Across
- Use water ________(9 letters)appliances and fittings [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
- Flooding at expressways and major ________(13 letters) [Word found in EDM on operational risks]
- Ensure your computers and devices are updated with the latest security ________(7 letters) [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
- ________(11 letters) form the 1st line of defence in our risk governance framework [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
Down
- Good ________(6 letters) marksmanship [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk]
- ________(10 letters) effort of every level [Word found in EDM on Risk Governance Framework]
- We are not immune to ________(13 letters) risks [Word found in EDM on cybersecurity risks]
- ________(3 letters) can make a difference [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
- Risk ________(9 letters) Month [Word found in EDM on CRO's message]
- ________(9 letters) into Critical Installations [Word found in EDM on operational risks]
10 Clues: Risk ________(9 letters) Month [Word found in EDM on CRO's message] • ________(3 letters) can make a difference [Word found in EDM on CRO's message] • ________(9 letters) into Critical Installations [Word found in EDM on operational risks] • Good ________(6 letters) marksmanship [Word found in EDM on financial and strategic risk] • ...
CIS101 2026-03-13
Across
- Leaked private information
- Security deny list
- Harmful software program
- Breaks into computer systems
- Connected computer system
- Secret login code
- Fake email scam
- Extra login verification
Down
- Blocked access list
- Protecting digital systems
- Secret tracking software
- Multiple login verification
- Scrambles data securely
- Blocks unwanted traffic
- Locks files for money
- Extra saved copy
- Private internet connection
- Self spreading malware
- Malware disguised safe
- 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 • ...
Enterprise Risk Management Puzzle Activity 2025-01-20
Across
- The act that aims to safeguard individuals in various settings.
- The abbreviation for the act that mandates corporate governance and accountability.
- The division that reviews financial regulations in Jamaica.
- The ministry that has implemented training and development programs.
- The kind of financial losses that can result from misuse of public funds.
- A common cybersecurity threat that uses fake emails.
- A type of data that must be handled with care.
Down
- The practice of protecting digital systems from attacks.
- Type of bond providing rapid financial support after a disaster.
- A type of risk that can result in cessation of business activity.
- A risk that may be caused by natural disasters.
- A plan for maintaining operations during disruptions.
- A type of hazard that can cause musculoskeletal injuries.
- A risk that can be caused by inadequate policies.
- The type of hazard that includes bacteria and viruses.
- A way to secure important documents.
- The abbreviation of the office that ensures transparent government procurement.
- A potential source of harm or adverse effects.
- 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. • ...
All About Isabella Crossword 2024-06-15
Across
- focus study of my major
- favorite color
- cultural background
- passion outside of school
- why I transferred schools
- college
- zodiac sign
Down
- favorite sport to play
- first language
- beloved and childhood favorite coast
- my kitty's name
- elementary school
- favorite subject in school
- earned networking certification
- favorite food
- favorite movie (disney)
16 Clues: college • zodiac sign • favorite food • first language • favorite color • my kitty's name • elementary school • cultural background • favorite sport to play • focus study of my major • favorite movie (disney) • passion outside of school • why I transferred schools • favorite subject in school • earned networking certification • beloved and childhood favorite coast
Cybersecurity Crossword 2022-04-28
Across
- Filters traffic on a network
- Linux tool to encrypt and decrypt
- Encryption that only uses a public and private key
- A way of accessing a system remotely
- Linux command to search a file for a string
- I in CIA
- Tricks people into making themselves vulnerable
Down
- Stores files in itself
- Physical, Technical, Procedural and Legal controls that can be applied; second framework concept
- Ethical hacking
- Use of shifting characters to hide a message
- Keeping information offsite for easy recovery
- Malicious software
- File that contains information about previous interactions with a system or network
14 Clues: I in CIA • Ethical hacking • Malicious software • Stores files in itself • Filters traffic on a network • Linux tool to encrypt and decrypt • A way of accessing a system remotely • Linux command to search a file for a string • Use of shifting characters to hide a message • Keeping information offsite for easy recovery • Tricks people into making themselves vulnerable • ...
Probably Cybersecurity 2025-04-29
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."
