cybersecurity Crossword Puzzles
CSE 167 Vocab / Terminology 2022-04-28
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- the idea of adding defense in layers.
- basic Linux file permissions include: read, write, and ____.
- assumes people can get that information when they need it.
- the type of key in asymmetric encryption that you use to decrypt a message when someone encrypts a message for you.
- protection of computer systems and networks from information disclosure.
- type of encryption where only one key is shared amongst sender and receiver.
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- only authorized people have access to records.
- verification of identity.
- saving a copy of system data for restoration in the event that the system would need to be reset.
- a system or place that must be protected.
- only authorized people can modify data.
- the practice of secure communications that allow only the sender and receiver to view a message's contents.
- covers the protection of encryption systems.
- the problem with cybersecurity today is that people use TRUST instead of ______.
- come in four types: physical, technical, procedural, and legal.
15 Clues: verification of identity. • the idea of adding defense in layers. • only authorized people can modify data. • a system or place that must be protected. • covers the protection of encryption systems. • only authorized people have access to records. • assumes people can get that information when they need it. • basic Linux file permissions include: read, write, and ____. • ...
CyberSecurity Awareness 2021 2021-10-15
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- 123456 and MyDOB01012010 are examples of what kind of Password?
- a type of malware that functions by spying on user activity without their knowledge and includes activity monitoring, collection keystrokes, data harvesting capabilities
- a type of software application or script that performs tasks on command allowing an attacker to take complete control remotely of an affected compute
- a form of malware that deliberately prevents you from accessing files on your computer holding your data hostage
- refers to a company security policy that allows for employees own devices to be used in business
- a technology that allows us to access our files and/or services through the internet from anywhere
- a group of computers, printers and devices that are interconnected and governed as a whole
- an umbrella term that describes all forms of malicious software designed to wreak havoc on a computer
- the moment a hacker successfully exploits a vulnerability in a computer or device and gains access to its files and network
- disruptive, unsolicited messages (such as emails, text messages, or Internet postings) especially commercial messages, sent to a large number of recipients or posted in a large number of places.
- a tool that allows the user the user to remain anonymous while using the internet by masking the location and encrypting traffic
- a malicious application or script that can be used to take advantage of a computer’s vulnerability
- misspelled words and a sense of urgency for you to take a questionable action an email, are be considered to be
- subject matter of the most clicked on email from our 11/07/21 phish campaign
- the process of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity.
- Engineering the art of manipulating, influencing or deceiving you in order to gain control over your computer system.
- type of phishing that is a small, focused, targeted attack via email on a particular person or organization with the goal to penetrate their defenses.
- a type of malware aimed to corrupt, erase o modify information on a computer before spreading to others
- a set of programs that tell a computer to perform a task
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- the process of encoding data to prevent theft by ensuring the data can only be accessed with a key
- a defensive technology designed to keep the bad guys out
- a piece of malware that can replicate itself in order to spread the infection to other connected computers
- a method used by social engineers to gain access to a building or other protected area.
- an audio or video clip that has been edited and manipulated to seem real or believable and can easily convince people into believing a story or theory that may result in user-behavior that causes a political or financial impact
- subject matter of the most clicked on email from our 11/14/21 phish campaign
- an internet version of a home address for your computer which is identified when it communication over a network
- October is Awareness Month for this
- MyCowRanAwayToTheMoon is an example of a
28 Clues: October is Awareness Month for this • MyCowRanAwayToTheMoon is an example of a • a defensive technology designed to keep the bad guys out • a set of programs that tell a computer to perform a task • 123456 and MyDOB01012010 are examples of what kind of Password? • subject matter of the most clicked on email from our 11/14/21 phish campaign • ...
Intro To Cybersecurity 2023-09-10
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- Regain information
- online theft to be someone else
- Access to the internet network device
- Digital currency that is decentralized
- Center of a attention
- Infected Software
- Codes are used to secure data.
- Impersonate someone else
- a thief
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- Mandatory
- safe and sound
- National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Spot something
- Connection without the need of physical wires
- Web hosting service provider
- Includes break or promotion
- External Service
- Wi-Fi security protocol that is strong
- Difficult to proceed with
- About electronics and the internet
20 Clues: a thief • Mandatory • safe and sound • Spot something • External Service • Infected Software • Regain information • Center of a attention • Impersonate someone else • Difficult to proceed with • Includes break or promotion • Web hosting service provider • Codes are used to secure data. • online theft to be someone else • About electronics and the internet • ...
CIS 120 Cybersecurity 2024-03-10
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- strength in the security structure
- off personal computer storage
- thief through computerized means
- needed for accessing secure information
- unsolicited meat banter
- casting cyber bait
- blocks out unauthorized access
- security tactics
- address for accessing websites
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- level for information security
- used to harm your computer
- software to monitor computerized information
- a code for keeping secrets
- weak point in security
- ID with magnetic access chip
- software used for destruction
- data to identify a person
- holds data hostage
- lying about your location
- the simplest part of security
20 Clues: security tactics • holds data hostage • casting cyber bait • weak point in security • unsolicited meat banter • data to identify a person • lying about your location • used to harm your computer • a code for keeping secrets • ID with magnetic access chip • off personal computer storage • software used for destruction • the simplest part of security • level for information security • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2025-03-13
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- Unwanted email messages
- Hides internet browsing activity
- Software flaw exposing systems
- Software detecting cyber threats
- Person tricked into hacking
- Secret key for authentication
- Authentication requiring two factors
- Tracks and records keystrokes
- Deceptive attack to steal info
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- Unauthorized code execution attack
- Fake email for stealing data
- Attack security vulnerabilities
- Malicious software category
- Scrambles data for security
- Multiple accounts, one password
- Cybersecurity framework for networks
- Malicious program holding data hostage
- Unauthorized access attempt
- Digital fingerprint identifier
- Cyber attack flooding network packets
20 Clues: Unwanted email messages • Malicious software category • Scrambles data for security • Person tricked into hacking • Unauthorized access attempt • Fake email for stealing data • Secret key for authentication • Tracks and records keystrokes • Software flaw exposing systems • Digital fingerprint identifier • Deceptive attack to steal info • Attack security vulnerabilities • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2025-03-14
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- Hackers engaging in illegal activities.
- Fraudulent attempt to steal data.
- Overloading systems by traffic flood.
- Manipulating people for sensitive data.
- Converting data into a secure format.
- Malware that demands payment for release.
- A weakness in system security.
- Malicious software disguised as useful.
- Advanced Wi-Fi security proticol.
- Trying all possible combinations to crack passwords.
- Unauthorized access to confidential data.
- Malicious software designed for harm.
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- Verifying user identity through credentials.
- Maliciouse code that replicates and spreads.
- Virtual Private Network for encrypted connections.
- Ethical hackers who improve security.
- Software that detects and removes malware.
- Software that secretly gathers information.
- Network security to monitor traffic.
- Update fixing security flaws or bugs.
20 Clues: A weakness in system security. • Fraudulent attempt to steal data. • Advanced Wi-Fi security proticol. • Network security to monitor traffic. • Overloading systems by traffic flood. • Ethical hackers who improve security. • Converting data into a secure format. • Update fixing security flaws or bugs. • Malicious software designed for harm. • ...
NETWORKING & CYBERSECURITY CROSSWORD 2025-06-06
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- – Good behavior and ethics while using the internet.
- – A key value in responsible online behavior.
- – Something related to computers or the internet.
- – Keeping personal information safe and confidential online.
- – A set of rules for transferring data over networks.
- – Unwanted or junk emails often sent in bulk.
- – Text or communication sent online or by email.
- – Legal rules that apply to use of the internet.
- – The online trace or activity left by a user.
- – A central system that stores and provides data to other computers.
- – A short-range wireless communication technology.
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- – Backup systems that reduce data loss risk.
- – A secret word used to access devices or accounts.
- – A harmful program that can damage computers.
- – Sending data or files from your device to the internet.
- – A person who tries to break into computer systems.
- – A file sent along with an email message.
- – A group of computers connected to share information.
- – Measures to protect data and systems from threats.
- – A system that protects a network from unauthorized access.
20 Clues: – A file sent along with an email message. • – Backup systems that reduce data loss risk. • – A key value in responsible online behavior. • – Unwanted or junk emails often sent in bulk. • – A harmful program that can damage computers. • – The online trace or activity left by a user. • – Text or communication sent online or by email. • ...
Cybersecurity Terms Crossword 2026-04-22
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- An account pretending to be a real person, business, or group.
- Tricking people into giving information, trust, or access.
- An extra security step that requires more than just a password.
- A tool that turns a long web address into a shorter one.
- Harmful software designed to damage, steal, or spy.
- A square barcode that can be scanned to open a link or action.
- Phishing done through a phone call or voice message.
- A trick meant to steal money, information, or something else of value.
- A fake email or message meant to trick you into giving information or clicking a bad link.
- A company that collects, packages, and sells information about people.
- Malware that secretly watches what you do on a device.
- Phishing done through text messages.
- A tool that stores and helps create strong passwords.
- A link that may lead to a scam, fake site, or harmful download.
- Signing in with a body feature such as a fingerprint or face scan.
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- Unwanted messages sent in large amounts.
- Controls that let you choose who can see your information or activity.
- Spyware used to secretly track a person’s device or activity.
- Personal information that can identify you, such as your name, address, or birthday.
- Ads shown to people based on their behavior, interests, or data.
- A scam that uses a QR code to send you to a harmful site.
- Pretending to be someone else in order to fool people.
- A system that decides what content or ads to show you.
- The name you use to identify your account online.
- A security code sent to confirm that it is really you.
- A way of scrambling information so only authorized people can read it.
26 Clues: Phishing done through text messages. • Unwanted messages sent in large amounts. • The name you use to identify your account online. • Harmful software designed to damage, steal, or spy. • Phishing done through a phone call or voice message. • A tool that stores and helps create strong passwords. • Pretending to be someone else in order to fool people. • ...
Healthcare Cybersecurity & Technology 2025-06-04
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- A personal electronic mailing address
- Travel document tied to identity
- Government number for a person or business
- A number used to contact someone
- Number tied to a personal account
- Network identifier that can help identify a user
- Data showing where someone is or was
- Health information about a person
- A person’s full or partial identity
- Where someone lives
- Small data file that tracks user activity
- Physical trait like a fingerprint or face scan
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- Login name tied to an individual
- Secret string used to access an account
- State-issued personal ID number
- Payment card information
- Date of birth that can identify a person
- Health-related information tied to a patient
- Unique identifier for a personal device
- Government-issued identification number
20 Clues: Where someone lives • Payment card information • State-issued personal ID number • Login name tied to an individual • Travel document tied to identity • A number used to contact someone • Number tied to a personal account • Health information about a person • A person’s full or partial identity • Data showing where someone is or was • A personal electronic mailing address • ...
komputer 2023-11-19
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- (Komputer pusat dalam jaringan)
- (Jenis penyimpanan sementara)
- (Versi protokol internet)
- (Keamanan dalam dunia digital)
- computing (Pengolahan data melalui internet)
- (Pengenalan identitas melalui fitur fisik)
- (Antarmuka pemrograman aplikasi)
- (Kecerdasan buatan)
- (Aplikasi untuk menjelajahi internet)
- (Bahasa markup untuk web)
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- (Penulisan skrip untuk otomatisasi)
- (Peralatan pengaturan jaringan)
- (Penyimpanan cadangan data)
- (Proses mencari dan memperbaiki bug)
- (Penyimpanan sementara data)
- (Proses penyandian data)
- (Perangkat lunak dengan kode sumber terbuka)
- (Perlindungan jaringan)
- (Aturan komunikasi dalam jaringan)
- (Program jahat)
20 Clues: (Program jahat) • (Kecerdasan buatan) • (Perlindungan jaringan) • (Proses penyandian data) • (Versi protokol internet) • (Bahasa markup untuk web) • (Penyimpanan cadangan data) • (Penyimpanan sementara data) • (Jenis penyimpanan sementara) • (Keamanan dalam dunia digital) • (Komputer pusat dalam jaringan) • (Peralatan pengaturan jaringan) • (Antarmuka pemrograman aplikasi) • ...
Information Technology Puzzle 2025-02-11
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- Cloud computing platform developed by Google
- IT service management framework that emphasizes customer satisfaction
- Type of database that stores data in a graph structure
- Type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to encrypted data
- Type of malware that steals sensitive information, such as login credentials
- Cybersecurity framework that provides guidelines for securing IoT devices
- Cybersecurity technique that uses machine learning to detect and prevent threats
- A cloud service in Azure is a platform that enables you to build, deploy, and manage applications
- Type of artificial intelligence that enables machines to learn from experience
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- Data analytics technique that uses statistical models to predict future events
- Cloud computing platform developed by Amazon
- Technology that enables the creation of immersive, interactive experiences
- Technology that enables the creation of decentralized applications
- Next-generation wireless network technology that offers faster speeds and lower latency
- Cloud computing service model that provides on-demand access to computing resources
- Programming language used for developing iOS and macOS apps
- Data analytics technique that uses machine learning to identify patterns and trends
- Type of artificial intelligence that simulates human conversation
- IT service management framework that emphasizes continuous improvement
- Programming language used for developing Android apps
20 Clues: Cloud computing platform developed by Google • Cloud computing platform developed by Amazon • Programming language used for developing Android apps • Type of database that stores data in a graph structure • Programming language used for developing iOS and macOS apps • Type of artificial intelligence that simulates human conversation • ...
testjue2 2023-06-02
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- Collection of links to the important cybersecurity resources can be found on go/_ _ b_ _g _
- "Know Your Customer Record" comes under which confidentiality classification
- Reporting a cybersecurity incident can be done by visiting go/_e_ _r_ c_ _ _ r _n _ _ d _ _ t
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- Provides a secure way to compress/encrypt and decompress/decrypt files
- Provides Firmwide Cybersecurity Education & Awareness and trainings
- Internal Web Tools for Text encoding, encryption, data compression, hash and checksum calculation, data formatting
6 Clues: Provides Firmwide Cybersecurity Education & Awareness and trainings • Provides a secure way to compress/encrypt and decompress/decrypt files • "Know Your Customer Record" comes under which confidentiality classification • Collection of links to the important cybersecurity resources can be found on go/_ _ b_ _g _ • ...
CYBER SECURITY 2023-09-20
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- malicious software
- protection of computing security
- cyber architecture
- malware
- steal sensitive information
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- protecting info from unauthorised party
- authorised parties able to access
- set of rules
- trial and error
- distributive information
10 Clues: malware • set of rules • trial and error • malicious software • cyber architecture • distributive information • steal sensitive information • protection of computing security • authorised parties able to access • protecting info from unauthorised party
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024 2024-09-13
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- If there is a last minute change in details, treat this as a ___ flag.
- Think before you ____.
- Tampa Bay Water scans approximately 88,000 emails each month for malware, _______, and spam.
- Always ____ information from AI.
- In Business Email Compromise (BEC), a cybercriminal can trick victims into making an unauthorized __________.
- If you receive a suspicious email from someone you know, contact them ________to verify, such as by phone or face to face contact.
- On average, Tampa Bay Water cybersecurity team protects 65 _____ web requests per month.
- Cybercriminals impersonate your suppliers or other contacts to receive _____.
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- Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility, do you part by becoming a human _______.
- The ____ Alert Button is a tool built into Outlook to report suspicious emails.
- Never input sensitive or _________ data into AI regenerative models, such as Chat GPT.
- Never leave your devices ________.
- Cybercriminals count on distraction, fatigue, and ______ error in their victims.
- If in doubt, contact ______.
14 Clues: Think before you ____. • If in doubt, contact ______. • Always ____ information from AI. • Never leave your devices ________. • If there is a last minute change in details, treat this as a ___ flag. • Cybercriminals impersonate your suppliers or other contacts to receive _____. • The ____ Alert Button is a tool built into Outlook to report suspicious emails. • ...
Cybersecurity 2021 2021-10-18
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- use this where possible to protect valuable data and content
- creep around every corner
- do this over a link to ensure it is taking you to the site the email content says it will
- phishing via SMS
- hover over all of these before clicking on them to make sure they are legitimate
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- cybersecurity month
- don't allow your devices to do this with unfamiliar networks
- keep these updated to ensure they have the latest security
- involves scammers impersonating someone via email or phone to steal information
- every employee is one of these
- before you share
- Spotting these URLs is a bit of an art
12 Clues: before you share • phishing via SMS • cybersecurity month • creep around every corner • every employee is one of these • Spotting these URLs is a bit of an art • keep these updated to ensure they have the latest security • don't allow your devices to do this with unfamiliar networks • use this where possible to protect valuable data and content • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2021-10-14
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- Using advertisements to trick people into visiting malicious sites
- Accessing cookies from your web browser to steal personal data
- Files you download that contain malware
- converting data using an algorithm so it cannot be readable by third-parties
- the use of a computer program to record every keystroke to steal passwords
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- the practice of sending emails pretending to be from reputable companies in order to steal personal data
- an attack meant to shut down a machine or network by flooding it with traffic, making it inaccessible to its intended users
- Elements in the website that do not perform their designated task.
- the participants of the communication and negotiate an encryption algorithm
- a global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols.
- Same as DOS attack, except with multiple computers or machines
- a local or restricted communications network, especially a private network created using World Wide Web software.
12 Clues: Files you download that contain malware • Accessing cookies from your web browser to steal personal data • Same as DOS attack, except with multiple computers or machines • Elements in the website that do not perform their designated task. • Using advertisements to trick people into visiting malicious sites • ...
#PDF19 2019-06-20
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- kunstmatige intelligentie
- software defined everything
- digipolis software standaarden
- slimme optimalisatie van IT operaties (moonshot 2019)
- privacy wetgeving
- uiterst stabiele, performante, efficiënte en effectieve toepassingen
- digitale beveiliging (moonshot 2019)
- een innovatieve opdracht
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- nog slimmere operations (moonshot lab 2019)
- een innovatief bedrijf
- doe je in een lab
- huidige software architectuur standaard
- quality gate
- move-to-production
- eerste kleinschalige implementatie van een product
- city platform
16 Clues: quality gate • city platform • doe je in een lab • privacy wetgeving • move-to-production • een innovatief bedrijf • een innovatieve opdracht • kunstmatige intelligentie • software defined everything • digipolis software standaarden • digitale beveiliging (moonshot 2019) • huidige software architectuur standaard • nog slimmere operations (moonshot lab 2019) • ...
CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS 2024-10-22
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- Unauthorized access to sensitive information (6 LETTERS)
- A security method involving two types of validation (3 LETTERS)
- The process of converting data into unreadable code (10 LETTERS)
- Fake websites that mimic legitimate ones to steal info (8 LETTERS)
- A secure way to browse the internet by hiding your data (3 LETTERS)
- Regular updates to fix software vulnerabilities (7 LETTERS)
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- A type of malware that demands payment (10 LETTERS)
- Secret word or phrase used to gain access (8 LETTERS)
- A form of attack where hackers trick users via email (8 LETTERS)
- Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access (7 LETTERS)
- Protects your system from harmful software (9 LETTERS)
- Harmful email attachment often used to spread malware (6 LETTERS)
12 Clues: A type of malware that demands payment (10 LETTERS) • Secret word or phrase used to gain access (8 LETTERS) • Protects your system from harmful software (9 LETTERS) • Unauthorized access to sensitive information (6 LETTERS) • Regular updates to fix software vulnerabilities (7 LETTERS) • A security method involving two types of validation (3 LETTERS) • ...
Cybersecurity Vocab 2022-11-01
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- program designed to breach the security of a computer system.
- verifying identity.
- info is stolen without knowledge or authorization.
- attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.
- self replicating and infects other computers while remaining active on other infected systems.
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- preventing and mitigating attacks on computer systems.
- software that enables a user to obtain covert information from one's computer activities.
- software that blocks access to a computer until a sum of money is paid.
- fake e-mails to gain access to credit cards or personal information.
- area of control or sphere of knowledge.
- the process of converting info or date into a code.
- software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer.
12 Clues: verifying identity. • area of control or sphere of knowledge. • info is stolen without knowledge or authorization. • the process of converting info or date into a code. • preventing and mitigating attacks on computer systems. • program designed to breach the security of a computer system. • fake e-mails to gain access to credit cards or personal information. • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023-10-02
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- Fraudulent phone calls or voice messages purporting to be from reputable companies or a department in your own company in order to trick individuals into revealing personal information.
- A sequence of words or text used to control access to a computer; similar to a password
- Widely used in-home network technology that allows for wireless connection in interfacing with the internet.
- The process of taking plain text and scrambling it into an unreadable format.
- Hardware or software designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network
- Fraudulent text messages pretending to be from reputable companies in order to trick individuals into revealing personal information.
- A means to verify identity
- The address of a webpage. Check the validity of it before clicking it.
- Should be constructed of upper case and lower case letters, numbers, special characters, and at least 16 characters long.
- Harmful computer programs such as viruses, worms, and trojans used by hackers to gain access to your computer.
- The protection, restoration, and prevention of damage to a computer and the information contained therein to ensure its availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation.
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- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid.
- A flaw or weakness in a computer system, network, application, or software that could be exploited to violate the system’s security.
- A fraudulent email pretending to be from a reputable person or company attempting to get your information.
- Software created specifically to help detect, prevent, and remove malware (malicious software).
- Security tool that creates a secure, encrypted connection between you and the internet (three letter acronym)
- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. (Two words, no spaces)
- A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data. AKA “bad actor”
- Unauthorized Access to a network, information systems, or application.
19 Clues: A means to verify identity • Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. (Two words, no spaces) • The address of a webpage. Check the validity of it before clicking it. • Unauthorized Access to a network, information systems, or application. • The process of taking plain text and scrambling it into an unreadable format. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2024-03-15
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- Kiddies / attack computers without knowledge of computers
- Citizen / citizen that's familiar with technology.
- /Malicious software, such as viruses
- /wireless data network technology
- /internet of things (abbreviation)
- Strain / eye pain from looking at device.
- Footprint /records from everything done online.
- addiction / person addicted to technology.
- device /device that is smart.
- / malicious computer code that reproduces
- /web announcement that falsely claims.
- /Collection of harmful computer code
- /unlocking encrypted information
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- / repetitive strain injuries (abbreviation)
- /Taking someone else’s work.
- / rules of Internet etiquette.
- /Website edited by public
- /Electronic waste from discarded digital devices.
- /method of “scrambling” information
- / Unwanted and unknown repeated messages.
20 Clues: /Website edited by public • device /device that is smart. • / rules of Internet etiquette. • /Taking someone else’s work. • /unlocking encrypted information • /wireless data network technology • /internet of things (abbreviation) • /method of “scrambling” information • /Malicious software, such as viruses • /Collection of harmful computer code • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2023-04-21
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- Hat Hackers Ethical computer experts
- Account Control Restricts unauthorized access
- Keys Used for secure communication
- Awareness Training Teaches safe online behavior
- Monitors and filters network traffic
- Breaches unauthorized access to data
- Attack Exploits unknown vulnerabilities
- Scrambles data to protect it
- Horse Malware disguised as a software
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- Deceptive email scam
- Malicious software
- Online harassment
- Software Protects against malware
- Extorts computer users
- Network of infected devices
- Tricking users into clicking
- Management Tools Password management helper
- Secretly collects information
- Secure remote connection
- Wi-fi Networks Unsecured wireless networks
20 Clues: Online harassment • Malicious software • Deceptive email scam • Extorts computer users • Secure remote connection • Network of infected devices • Tricking users into clicking • Scrambles data to protect it • Secretly collects information • Software Protects against malware • Keys Used for secure communication • Monitors and filters network traffic • ...
#SecureOurWorld Cybersecurity Week 2023-10-08
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- Should be constructed of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters.
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid.
- Verifying identity.
- The process of taking plain text and scrambling it into an unreadable format.
- Harmful computer programs such as viruses, worms, and trojans used by hackers to gain access to your computer
- Unauthorized access to a network, information systems, or application.
- The “I” in the C-I-A Triad; protection from unauthorized changes.
- Threatening behavior facilitated through electronic means such as texting
- A wireless technology standard used over short distances using short-wavelength UHF radio waves.
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- Security tool that creates a secure, encrypted connection between you and the Internet (acronym).
- MEDIA Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. (Two words)
- Fraudulent text messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to trick individuals into revealing personal information.
- The address of a webpage. Check the validity of it before clicking on it.
- A fraudulent email purportedly from a reputable company attempting to get personal information.
- Fraudulent phone calls or voice messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to trick individuals into revealing personnel information.
- The “A” in the C-I-A Triad. It ensures authorized users have access.
- Hardware or software designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network.
- A flaw or weakness in a computer system that could be exploited to violate the system’s security.
- A sequence of words or text used to control access to a computer.
- Widely used in-home network technology that allows for wireless connection in interfacing with the internet.
20 Clues: Verifying identity. • MEDIA Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. (Two words) • A sequence of words or text used to control access to a computer. • The “I” in the C-I-A Triad; protection from unauthorized changes. • The “A” in the C-I-A Triad. It ensures authorized users have access. • Unauthorized access to a network, information systems, or application. • ...
Cybersecurity and You 2025-09-03
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- A security process that verifies a person's identity based on their unique physical or behavioral characteristics.
- The process of gathering and measuring information from various sources.
- Software that secretly gathers information about a person or organization without their knowledge.
- A type of malware that self-replicates and spreads to other files and systems.
- Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in an unfair way.
- Deliberate malicious attempts to breach an organization's or individual's information system.
- Information that can be used to identify, contact, or locate a single person.
- A security method requiring a user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access.
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- A subset of MFA that requires exactly two different authentication factors.
- The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
- The fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages to deceive individuals into revealing personal information.
- The trail of data you create while using the internet.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user or system.
- The process of reviewing a person's social media accounts as part of a background check.
- A trial-and-error method used to guess a password or login information.
- Bias Systematic errors in an AI's output due to flawed assumptions in the machine learning process.
- A set of rules or instructions a computer follows to solve a problem or complete a task.
- A type of malware that locks a user's files and demands a ransom for their release.
- Software designed to cause damage or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
19 Clues: The trail of data you create while using the internet. • The process of verifying the identity of a user or system. • A trial-and-error method used to guess a password or login information. • The process of gathering and measuring information from various sources. • A subset of MFA that requires exactly two different authentication factors. • ...
Information Security and CyberSecurity 2023-06-14
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- One of the common careers found in Cybersecurity and that is Cybersecurity ________.
- One of the words that was added in the CIA triad, The Usefulness fitness for a particular use.
- The CIA triad is a common model that forms the basis for the development of security systems.
- A security tool that monitors network traffic or system activities to identify and respond to potential unauthorized access or malicious behavior.
- Strategies, policies, and technologies implemented to prevent the unauthorized loss or exfiltration of sensitive or confidential data.
- It is a set of six elements of information security. It adds three additional attributes to the three classic security attributes of the CIA triad.
- The two protocols that provide secure communication over the internet by encrypting data transmitted between a web server and a client browser.
- A security tool that monitors and actively blocks or prevents malicious activities or attacks on a network or system.
- The two protocols that provide secure communication over the internet by encrypting data transmitted between a web server and a client browser.
- A security measure that requires users to provide two different forms of authentication, such as a password and a unique code sent to their mobile device, to access a system or account.
- It is the practice of safeguarding information from unauthorized access, use, or damage.
- Weaknesses or flaws in a system's design, implementation, or configuration that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or compromise security.
- One of the three letters in the CIA Triad, and it involves making sure your data is trustworthy and free from tampering.
- The person who proposed the Parkerian Hexad in 1998.
- It is a popular Cybersecurity Company, and it delivers a high-performance network security solutions that protect your systems
- Cybersecurity and Information security have the same ______ security practices.
- It refers to the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, and damage. It involves implementing measures to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats, such as hacking, malware, and data breaches.
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- An adverse event or occurrence that poses a risk to information security, such as a breach, unauthorized access, or system compromise.
- One of the words that was added in the CIA triad, The correct attribution of origin such as the authorship of an email message or the correct description of information such as a data field that is properly named.
- A network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined security rules.
- One of the three letters in the CIA Triad, it involves data is kept confidential and its integrity maintained, it is often useless unless it is available to those in the organization and the customers they serve.
- One of the words that was added in the CIA triad, The ownership or control of information, as distinct from confidentiality.
- An attack aimed at overwhelming a system, network, or service with a flood of traffic or requests, causing it to become unavailable to legitimate users.
- A form of cyber attack where attackers impersonate trustworthy entities through deceptive emails, messages, or websites to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.
- Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems or data. Examples include viruses, worms, Trojans, and ransomware.
- A controlled process of simulating real-world attacks on a system or network to identify vulnerabilities and assess the effectiveness of security measures. ¬‿¬
- One of the three letters in the CIA Triad, and it involves the efforts of an organization to make sure data is kept secret or private.
- A documented set of guidelines, procedures, and rules that outline an organization's approach to information security, including roles and responsibilities, acceptable use policies, and incident response procedures.
- One of the common careers found in Information Security and that is Information Security ________.
- Unauthorized access, acquisition, or disclosure of sensitive or confidential information.
30 Clues: The person who proposed the Parkerian Hexad in 1998. • Cybersecurity and Information security have the same ______ security practices. • One of the common careers found in Cybersecurity and that is Cybersecurity ________. • It is the practice of safeguarding information from unauthorized access, use, or damage. • ...
Cybersecurity Notables 2021-01-17
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- She wrote “Countdown to Zero Day: Stuxnet and the Launch of the World’s First Digital Weapon”
- This astronomer caught the first advanced persistent threat and wrote about it in the 1989 book “The Cuckoo’s Egg: Tracking a Spy Through the Maze of Computer Espionage”
- He gained unauthorized access to dozens of computer networks. Arrested by the FBI in 1995, he pleaded guilty to four counts of wire fraud, two counts of computer fraud and one count of illegally intercepting a wire communication, resulting in five years in prison. Now he runs a computer security consultancy and is part owner of KnowBe4, provider of an integrated platform for security awareness training and simulated phishing testing.
- He exposed some of the biggest data breaches ever, including the ones at Target and Home Depot. He has also written several books chronicling his extensive work investigating cyber-criminal gangs in Russia and elsewhere. But he is not related to the recently fired CISA director.
- Best known for his work involving DNS cache poisoning, he is one of just seven people with the authority to restore the DNS root keys on the Internet in the event of an emergency.
- He founded the Stanford Internet Observatory and led the security teams at Facebook and Yahoo.
- This Cornell University graduate student created in 1988 the very first internet worm and denial-of-service (DoS) attack.
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- She invented the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) that builds a loop-free logical topology for Ethernet networks.
- She created Microsoft’s Bug Bounty Program and the Hacker One Bug Bounty Program, where she helped create the Department of Defense's "Hack the Pentagon" pilot program.
- As a researcher at BBN technologies, he realized in 1970 the possibilities of creating a program capable of moving in a network and leaving behind a trail.
- Exploited a security flaw in MySpace that allowed him to gain 1 million friends in a 20-hour period.
- Created the haveibeenpwned.com website that allows anyone to check to see if their email or username has been compromised in major breaches.
12 Clues: She wrote “Countdown to Zero Day: Stuxnet and the Launch of the World’s First Digital Weapon” • He founded the Stanford Internet Observatory and led the security teams at Facebook and Yahoo. • Exploited a security flaw in MySpace that allowed him to gain 1 million friends in a 20-hour period. • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2021-10-28
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- A wireless technology standard using radio waves to communicate over short distances.
- Sending of a fraudulent email attempting to get personal information.
- Fraudulent text message designed to trick people into giving up personal information.
- Used to create a secure, encrypted connection between your computer and the Internet.
- Fraudulent phone calls or voice messages purporting to be from a reputable company in order to trick individuals into revealing personal information.
- Malicious software designed to block access to a computer system and/or files until a sum of money is paid.
- Harmful computer programs such as viruses, worms, or trojans used by cybercriminals to gain access to your computer.
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- A flaw or weakness in a computer system or software application that could be exploited to compromise security of the system or application.
- Verification of identity.
- A sequence of words or text used to control access to a computer; similar to a password.
- Before clicking on this, you should hover over it to verify it actually goes where it claims it does.
- Should be as long as possible and constructed from a variety of character sets.
12 Clues: Verification of identity. • Sending of a fraudulent email attempting to get personal information. • Should be as long as possible and constructed from a variety of character sets. • A wireless technology standard using radio waves to communicate over short distances. • Fraudulent text message designed to trick people into giving up personal information. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2025-10-13
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- Turning a secret code back into a normal message.
- Keeping computers and information safe from unauthorized people online.
- The giant network that connects computers all over the world.
- A secret word used to log into an account.
- A fake message that tricks people into giving passwords.
- A message that’s been turned into secret code.
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- A normal message before it’s turned into code.
- A person who breaks into computers.
- The process of writing and solving secret codes.
- The process of changing a message so others can’t read it.
- A tiny program that spreads and messes up computers.
- Keeping your personal info to yourself.
12 Clues: A person who breaks into computers. • Keeping your personal info to yourself. • A secret word used to log into an account. • A normal message before it’s turned into code. • A message that’s been turned into secret code. • The process of writing and solving secret codes. • Turning a secret code back into a normal message. • ...
Cybersecurity Word Search 2021-10-15
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- __ is everyone's responsibility
- cybercriminals use these to try to hook you!
- what you should do if you get a suspicious email!
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- settings make sure these are enabled on all your accounts!
- you can be one of these by protecting yourself and your family from cybercriminals!
- passwords protect your accounts with these!
- cybersecurity: this time, it's __
7 Clues: __ is everyone's responsibility • cybersecurity: this time, it's __ • passwords protect your accounts with these! • cybercriminals use these to try to hook you! • what you should do if you get a suspicious email! • settings make sure these are enabled on all your accounts! • you can be one of these by protecting yourself and your family from cybercriminals!
Cybersecurity Vocabulary 2021-12-14
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- Force attack a cryptographic hack that relies on guessing possible combinations of a targeted password until the correct password is discovered.
- exchange a method in cryptography by which cryptographic keys are exchanged between two parties
- Attack an algebraic mathematical manipulation that attempts to reduce the complexity of the cryptographic algorithm.
- Attack is an attack model for cryptanalysis where the attacker has access to both the plaintext and its encrypted
- Middle Attack is a cyberattack where the attacker secretly relays and possibly alters the communications between two parties who believe that they are directly communicating with each other, as the attacker has inserted themselves between the two parties
- is cyberwarfare that bypasses or sabotages a victim's strengths while targeting their vulnerabilities Confusion increases the ambiguity of ciphertext
- two properties of the operation of a secure cipher identified by Claude Shannon in his 1945 classified report A Mathematical Theory of Cryptography
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- a process of finding weaknesses in cryptographic algorithms and using these weaknesses to decipher the ciphertext without knowing the secret key
- the process of encoding information.
- a collision attack on a cryptographic hash tries to find two inputs producing the same hash value, i.e. a hash collision.
- Attack a method for circumventing the security of a cryptographic system by finding a weakness in a code, cipher, cryptographic protocol or key management scheme
- Exploitation Attack any attack that takes advantage of vulnerabilities in applications, networks, operating systems, or hardware.
12 Clues: the process of encoding information. • exchange a method in cryptography by which cryptographic keys are exchanged between two parties • Attack is an attack model for cryptanalysis where the attacker has access to both the plaintext and its encrypted • ...
Cybersecurity Vocab 2022-11-01
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- program designed to breach the security of a computer system.
- verifying identity.
- info is stolen without knowledge or authorization.
- attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.
- self replicating and infects other computers while remaining active on other infected systems.
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- preventing and mitigating attacks on computer systems.
- software that enables a user to obtain covert information from one's computer activities.
- software that blocks access to a computer until a sum of money is paid.
- fake e-mails to gain access to credit cards or personal information.
- area of control or sphere of knowledge.
- the process of converting info or date into a code.
- software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer.
12 Clues: verifying identity. • area of control or sphere of knowledge. • info is stolen without knowledge or authorization. • the process of converting info or date into a code. • preventing and mitigating attacks on computer systems. • program designed to breach the security of a computer system. • fake e-mails to gain access to credit cards or personal information. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2025-08-18
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- A weakness in a system that can be exploited by attackers.
- A broad term encompassing any malicious software designed to damage or disable computer systems.
- The process of verifying the identity of a user or system
- Engineering The art of manipulating people into divulging confidential information.
- A type of malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom for their release.
- A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details, by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication
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- The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
- authentication An extra layer of security requiring users to provide two or more verification factors.
- A type of malware that secretly gathers information about a user's activities
- An attempt to damage or disrupt computer systems or networks.
- A security system that controls network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
- Detection System (IDS) A system that monitors network traffic for suspicious activity.
12 Clues: The process of verifying the identity of a user or system • A weakness in a system that can be exploited by attackers. • An attempt to damage or disrupt computer systems or networks. • The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access. • A type of malware that secretly gathers information about a user's activities • ...
Cyber Crossword 2023 2023-10-06
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- A technique where an attacker moves from one compromised system to the next.
- A cyber attack that makes a system unavailable to its intended users.
- The group responsible for defending the organization's information systems during a cybersecurity test.
- A cyber attack where the victim's data is held hostage and the attacker demands a payment.
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- Type of authentication that requires users to enter more than just a password.
- An exhaustive method for cracking passwords.
- In this attack, the attacker intercepts communication to eavesdrop or impersonate.
- Triad of cybersecurity tenets.
- Ancient cipher used by the Greeks.
- A group of penetration testers used to simulate the actions of those who are malicious.
10 Clues: Triad of cybersecurity tenets. • Ancient cipher used by the Greeks. • An exhaustive method for cracking passwords. • A cyber attack that makes a system unavailable to its intended users. • A technique where an attacker moves from one compromised system to the next. • Type of authentication that requires users to enter more than just a password. • ...
Guess Your Gamma Daughter's Interests 2021-10-27
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- Favorite album by favorite girl group
- Doesn't like this food
- Born in this city
- Favorite girl group
- Favorite tv show
- Likes to watch ______
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- Potential career after graduation
- Favorite band
- Favorite female artist
- favorite food
- Favorite color
11 Clues: Favorite band • favorite food • Favorite color • Favorite tv show • Born in this city • Favorite girl group • Likes to watch ______ • Doesn't like this food • Favorite female artist • Potential career after graduation • Favorite album by favorite girl group
Cybersecurity by Hazel 2025-05-07
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- the process of identifying and fixing vulnerabilities on a system.
- The smallest unit of information storage.
- A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid.
- The group responsible for defending an enterprise's use of information systems by maintaining its security posture against a group of mock attackers.
- A list of entities that are considered trustworthy and are granted access or privileges.
- Any unauthorized attempt to access, disrupt, steal, or damage computer systems, networks, or data.
- A part of a computer system or network with is designed to block unauthorized access while permitting outward communication.
- Whom someone or what something is.
- the process of protecting electrical devices and networks from attacks.
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- A part of a computer system or network which is designed to lock unauthorized access while permitting outward communication.
- A term to describe connecting multiple separate networks together.
- The process of storing a data file in several "chunks" or rather than in a single contiguous sequence of bits in one place on the storage medium.
- An unexpected and relatively small defect, fault, fault, or imperfection in an information system or device.
- A list of entities that are blocked or denied privileges.
- A finite set of step-by-step instructions for a problem-solving or computation procedure, especially one that can be implemented by a computer Encryption the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to precent unauthorized access.
- A security incident in which sensitive, protected, or confidential information is accused, stolen, or disclosed without authorization.
- A cryptographic algorithm for encryption and decryption.
- A connection between two devices.
- A group of people authorized and organized to emulate a potential adversary's attack or exploitation capabilities against an enterprise's security posture.
19 Clues: A connection between two devices. • Whom someone or what something is. • The smallest unit of information storage. • A cryptographic algorithm for encryption and decryption. • A list of entities that are blocked or denied privileges. • the process of identifying and fixing vulnerabilities on a system. • ...
Tech, Trends, and Titans 2025-04-01
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- A celestial event where the moon blocks the sun, last seen in April 2024.
- A computing breakthrough that promises to revolutionize cybersecurity and problem-solving.
- The tech giant behind Facebook, Instagram, and its growing metaverse.
- OpenAI's 2025 AI tool that autonomously generates comprehensive reports by analyzing multiple online sources.
- A security essential that should be strong and frequently updated.
- Female country legend and philanthropist who helped fund the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Word used to describe viral topics on social media and news.
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- Essential for protecting businesses from modern digital threats.
- The rapidly evolving technology transforming industries through automation, deep learning, and generative models.
- Remote servers that store data online instead of locally.
- A critical software update that fixes security vulnerabilities.
- Celebrated on April 22 to promote environmental awareness.
- A cyber scam that tricks users into revealing sensitive information.
- Boxing champ turned entrepreneur, still known for his iconic grill.
- The season of new beginnings, blooming flowers, and warmer days.
- Month known for spring showers, tax deadlines, and pranks on the 1st.
16 Clues: Remote servers that store data online instead of locally. • Celebrated on April 22 to promote environmental awareness. • Word used to describe viral topics on social media and news. • A critical software update that fixes security vulnerabilities. • Essential for protecting businesses from modern digital threats. • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword 2020-09-25
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- a method that used to find out a password by monitoring traffic on a network to pull out information.
- Weakness in an information system, system security procedures, internal controls, or implementation that could be exploited or triggered by a threat source.
- A form of malware that deliberately prevents you from accessing files on your computer – holding your data hostage while asking for payment.
- An attack on targeted individuals to obtain sensitive, personal, and confidential data via email or fraudulent websites.
- A piece of malware that often allows a hacker to gain remote access to a computer through a “back door”.
- This allows users to connect the organization's protected network using multi-factor authentication.
- An individual or group posing a threat.
- A computer under the control of a remote attacker which has been infected with software or scripts to perform tasks on command.
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- A hacking attack that tricks victims into clicking on an unintended link or button, usually disguised as a harmless element.
- A technique used to manipulate and deceive people to gain sensitive and private information. These scams are built around how people think and act.
- The process of changing plaintext into ciphertext using a cryptographic algorithm and key.
- An audio or video clip that has been edited and manipulated to seem real or believable.
12 Clues: An individual or group posing a threat. • An audio or video clip that has been edited and manipulated to seem real or believable. • The process of changing plaintext into ciphertext using a cryptographic algorithm and key. • This allows users to connect the organization's protected network using multi-factor authentication. • ...
Cybersecurity Vocab 2021-12-09
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- any attack that takes advantage of vulnerabilities in applications, networks, operating systems, or hardware.
- an algebraic mathematical manipulation that attempts to reduce the complexity of the cryptographic algorithm.
- the attacker has access to pairs of known plaintexts and their corresponding ciphertexts.
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- a general term for when a perpetrator positions himself in a conversation between a user and an application
- tries to find two inputs producing the same hash value
- consists of an attacker submitting many passwords or passphrases with the hope of eventually guessing correctly.
- if we change a character of the plaintext, then several characters of the ciphertext should change
- convert (information or data) into a cipher or code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
- each binary digit (bit) of the ciphertext should depend on several parts of the key, obscuring the connections between the two.
- a method in cryptography by which cryptographic keys are exchanged between two parties
- a method for circumventing the security of a cryptographic system by finding a weakness in a code, cipher, cryptographic protocol or key management scheme.
- the art or process of deciphering coded messages without being told the key.
12 Clues: tries to find two inputs producing the same hash value • the art or process of deciphering coded messages without being told the key. • a method in cryptography by which cryptographic keys are exchanged between two parties • the attacker has access to pairs of known plaintexts and their corresponding ciphertexts. • ...
CYBERSECURITY CROSSWORD 2022-04-27
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- something in place to prevent an attack
- Data not modified
- a major weak link in security
- Record the identities and activities
- connect to a secure server
- study of techniques for secure communication
- Information kept private and secure
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- a weakness that can be exploited
- Systems available to those who need them
- packet capture tool
- Provide verification of identity
- tool used to scan for open ports
12 Clues: Data not modified • packet capture tool • connect to a secure server • a major weak link in security • a weakness that can be exploited • Provide verification of identity • tool used to scan for open ports • Information kept private and secure • Record the identities and activities • something in place to prevent an attack • Systems available to those who need them • ...
CyberSecurity Awareness. 2023-08-20
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- A combination of letters, numbers, and symbols used to access an account
- A type of malicious software that encrypts files and demands a ransom
- A set of rules and configurations that protect a computer system from unauthorized access
- A code that is generated by a mobile app and used for two-factor authentication
- Unauthorized access to computer systems
- A technique used to verify the identity of a user, often using a code sent to a phone
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- A computer security incident that occurs over a network
- Malicious email that appears to be from a legitimate source
- A program designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers
- The process of converting data into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access
- An attack that overwhelms a system with excessive traffic to make it unavailable
- The weakest link in cybersecurity, often targeted by attackers
12 Clues: Unauthorized access to computer systems • A computer security incident that occurs over a network • Malicious email that appears to be from a legitimate source • The weakest link in cybersecurity, often targeted by attackers • A program designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers • ...
Cybersecurity Awareness 2026-04-15
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- surfing Someone observing your screen or keyboard in public to steal information
- Attempting to get your sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy source
- A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic
- A fake website or communication designed to look real to steal your login information
- A secret code used to access your accounts and devices
- Software that protects your computer from viruses and malware
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- Malicious software designed to damage or disrupt your systems
- The practice of protecting your system, greater networks, and your data from digital attacks
- Factor Authentication The practice of verifying your identity using two different methods
- Unauthorized access to your computer or network
- A scam where attackers demand payment to restore access to your data
- Force A method that hackers use to guess your password by trying many combinations
12 Clues: Unauthorized access to your computer or network • A secret code used to access your accounts and devices • Malicious software designed to damage or disrupt your systems • Software that protects your computer from viruses and malware • A scam where attackers demand payment to restore access to your data • ...
IELTS Writing Task 2 - Technology 2024-01-20
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- 算法
- 网络犯罪
- 宽带
- 卫星
- 分心
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- 生物科技
- 网络安全
- 恶意软件
- 机器人技术
- 加密
10 Clues: 算法 • 加密 • 宽带 • 卫星 • 分心 • 生物科技 • 网络犯罪 • 网络安全 • 恶意软件 • 机器人技术
Cybersecurity Training Activity 2024-01-30
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- A software used to disable user access to their files until they pay the cybercriminal
- An extra layer of security on applications containing sensitive data
- A legislation that governs the handling of personal data(2 words and year)
- The field of encrypting information so only authorised people can access it
- When an individual or organisations private information is leaked(2 words)
- A framework outlining standards and best practices for cybersecurity
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- Where a cybercriminal gets access to your personal details and impersonates you to do malicious activities(2 words)
- A software used to harm computer systems or networks
- A regulatory body for cybersecurity
- A copy of sensitive data for redundancy to safeguard against cyber attacks
- Where cybercriminals trick you into giving them sensitive information.
11 Clues: A regulatory body for cybersecurity • A software used to harm computer systems or networks • An extra layer of security on applications containing sensitive data • A framework outlining standards and best practices for cybersecurity • Where cybercriminals trick you into giving them sensitive information. • ...
Luca S game 2023-11-08
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- alan
- hashing
- cybersecurity
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- martian
- enigma
- encryption
- binary
7 Clues: alan • enigma • binary • martian • hashing • encryption • cybersecurity
Unikum 2023-03-07
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- Unikum's regular arrangement
- equinox day and night
- activity for introduce people to each other
- image
- celebrating women's rights
- Unikums satire column
- animal with one horn on the nose
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- cabbage Norwegian National dish
- last edition front page
- IT study at UIA
- Tax haven
- daylight and night equally long
- webinar
13 Clues: image • webinar • Tax haven • IT study at UIA • equinox day and night • Unikums satire column • last edition front page • celebrating women's rights • Unikum's regular arrangement • daylight and night equally long • cabbage Norwegian National dish • animal with one horn on the nose • activity for introduce people to each other
Cyber ethics 2025-06-13
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- malicious hackers break system
- defending network and data
- fake email and information
- internet manner and behaviour
- coping without giving credit
- right and wrong online
- illegal activities using computer
- legal right to creation
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- protection against digital threat
- online harassment or threats
- right and wrong online
- traces left online
- contorl over personal data
- unauthorized system access
- sending unwanted bulk messeages
15 Clues: traces left online • right and wrong online • right and wrong online • legal right to creation • defending network and data • contorl over personal data • fake email and information • unauthorized system access • online harassment or threats • coping without giving credit • internet manner and behaviour • malicious hackers break system • sending unwanted bulk messeages • ...
Mateusz Suchocki Piotr Szabram 2023-05-29
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- - Online storage and computing
- -Secret phrase for authentication
- - Copy of data for safekeeping
- - Protection of computer systems
- - Wireless networking technology
- -Network security barrier
- - Connected group of devices
- - Identifying and fixing errors
- - Harmful software
- - Organized collection of information
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- -Set of rules or instructions
- - Data protection through coding
- - Device for forwarding data packets
- - Computer that provides services
- - Software for internet browsing
- - Self-replicating malicious code
- - Open-source operating system
- - Interaction between user and system
- - Language for building web pages
- - Object-oriented programming language
20 Clues: - Harmful software • -Network security barrier • - Connected group of devices • -Set of rules or instructions • - Online storage and computing • - Copy of data for safekeeping • - Open-source operating system • - Identifying and fixing errors • - Data protection through coding • - Software for internet browsing • - Protection of computer systems • - Wireless networking technology • ...
21 2025-02-08
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- Study of humans
- Machine that performs tasks
- Enhanced reality
- Organized data
- Study of language
- Study of government
- Physical computer parts
- Not physically existing
- Study of life
- Connected computers
- Study of Earth
- Set of instructions
- Study of ideas
- Intelligence in technology
- Study of space
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- Study of mind
- Study of technology
- Protecting digital systems
- Global network
- Programs for computers
- Imitation of real-world process
- Instructions for computers
- Study of society
- Write code
- Study of resources
25 Clues: Write code • Study of mind • Study of life • Global network • Organized data • Study of Earth • Study of ideas • Study of space • Study of humans • Enhanced reality • Study of society • Study of language • Study of resources • Study of technology • Study of government • Connected computers • Set of instructions • Programs for computers • Physical computer parts • Not physically existing • ...
Cyber Security 2024-02-20
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- Unsolicited bulk emails
- Deceptive email tactic
- Software for detecting and removing malware
- Harmful software
- Unauthorized access seeker
- Verification process
- Newly discovered vulnerability
- Secure data transmission protocol
- Secure network connection
- Network of infected computers controlled remotely
- Denial of Service attack
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- Malicious software demanding payment
- Weakness in a system's security
- Access code
- Network security barrier
- Identity verification using unique physical traits
- Protection of internet-connected systems and data
- Software update
- Data protection method
- Malware disguised as legitimate software
20 Clues: Access code • Software update • Harmful software • Verification process • Deceptive email tactic • Data protection method • Unsolicited bulk emails • Network security barrier • Denial of Service attack • Secure network connection • Unauthorized access seeker • Newly discovered vulnerability • Weakness in a system's security • Secure data transmission protocol • ...
Wedding Crossword 2026-05-24
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- Where the couple get engaged
- Groom's favorite hobby
- Groom’s profession
- Groom’s favorite takeout
- Bride’s favorite takeout
- # of years couple has been together
- Groom’s favorite holiday
- What is the wedding cake flavor
- Bride’s profession
- Month of the proposal
- Bride's new last name?
- Groom's hometown
- Honeymoon Destination
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- Name of wedding venue
- Bride's Eye Color
- Bride's favorite hobby
- Jonathan's birth month
- Bride’s favorite holiday
- Couple's favorite artist
- Jonathan's middle name
- Where the couple met
- Bride's hometown
- Tekimbria's birth month
- Tekimbria's middle name
- Groom's Eye Color
25 Clues: Bride's hometown • Groom's hometown • Bride's Eye Color • Groom's Eye Color • Groom’s profession • Bride’s profession • Where the couple met • Name of wedding venue • Month of the proposal • Honeymoon Destination • Bride's favorite hobby • Groom's favorite hobby • Jonathan's birth month • Jonathan's middle name • Bride's new last name? • Tekimbria's birth month • Tekimbria's middle name • ...
Teknologi Firza Insanudzaky 2023-07-28
Across
- Teknologi keamanan siber
- Teknologi nanoskala
- Reality Teknologi realitas maya
- Intelligence Teknologi cerdas
- Reality Teknologi realitas tambahan
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- of Things Teknologi perangkat terhubung
- Teknologi terdistribusi
- mobil listrik terkenal dari amerika
- Data Teknologi data besar
- Computing Teknologi komputasi awan
- Printing Teknologi cetak 3D
11 Clues: Teknologi nanoskala • Teknologi terdistribusi • Teknologi keamanan siber • Data Teknologi data besar • Printing Teknologi cetak 3D • Intelligence Teknologi cerdas • Reality Teknologi realitas maya • Computing Teknologi komputasi awan • mobil listrik terkenal dari amerika • Reality Teknologi realitas tambahan • of Things Teknologi perangkat terhubung
IT-bezogene Gegenstücke 2025-01-30
Across
- biometric authentication, similar to how unique fingerprints identify individuals
- in cybersecurity, unauthorized listening, similar to an ear picking up private conversations
- network - main connectivity infrastructure, like the spine supporting the body’s structure
- temporary storage to process data faster, like short-term memory for quick recall
- directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body
- tracking used in UX/UI analysis, akin to vision guiding movement and interaction
- a point of congestion in systems, comparable to a narrowed artery restricting blood flow
Down
- keeps the system standing and running, similar to a healthy body maintaining vitality
- for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech
- an exchange of standardized signals between devices in a computer network, like the mutual recognition of two individuals before a conversation
- a sequence of execution, like muscle fibers working together for coordinated action
- protective barrier, like skin in cybersecurity defending against external threats
- signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health
- stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors
- rules for communication, like language facilitating understanding in conversations
15 Clues: stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors • for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech • directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body • signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health • ...
IT-bezogene Gegenstücke 2025-01-30
Across
- biometric authentication, similar to how unique fingerprints identify individuals
- in cybersecurity, unauthorized listening, similar to an ear picking up private conversations
- network - main connectivity infrastructure, like the spine supporting the body’s structure
- temporary storage to process data faster, like short-term memory for quick recall
- directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body
- tracking used in UX/UI analysis, akin to vision guiding movement and interaction
- a point of congestion in systems, comparable to a narrowed artery restricting blood flow
Down
- keeps the system standing and running, similar to a healthy body maintaining vitality
- for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech
- an exchange of standardized signals between devices in a computer network, like the mutual recognition of two individuals before a conversation
- a sequence of execution, like muscle fibers working together for coordinated action
- protective barrier, like skin in cybersecurity defending against external threats
- signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health
- stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors
- rules for communication, like language facilitating understanding in conversations
15 Clues: stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors • for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech • directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body • signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health • ...
What is AI 2024-04-02
Across
- AI benefit
- New solutions, ideas
- instructions that guide AI systems
- Netflix, Hulu
- Privacy concerns, bias
Down
- Protect data breaches
- Customized customer experience, efficiency
- improves algorithms
- Text and images
- Element that must always be a part of AI
- Siri, Alexa
11 Clues: AI benefit • Siri, Alexa • Netflix, Hulu • Text and images • improves algorithms • New solutions, ideas • Protect data breaches • Privacy concerns, bias • instructions that guide AI systems • Element that must always be a part of AI • Customized customer experience, efficiency
Corsework Crossword 2024-08-29
Across
- What is today's costume?
- Think, MIT Alumni
- Richard Rumelt
- Learning Ethics or bust!
- Money! Money! Money!
Down
- Reframe
- The rep from Green Peace has a question
- Pitchercize
- More money than God
- I object!
10 Clues: Reframe • I object! • Pitchercize • Richard Rumelt • Think, MIT Alumni • More money than God • Money! Money! Money! • What is today's costume? • Learning Ethics or bust! • The rep from Green Peace has a question
IEM Social Media Crossword Puzzle 2021-07-20
Across
- Focus FEMA’s newly released guidance
- IEM Senior Executive Advisor providing insight
- Connect with county leaders
- Hire a _____ Day
- rapidly spreading variant
- Celebrating Puerto Rico’s…
- MEDIA, Tool for public safety and emergency response
- IEM Spotlight
- July Heritage Month
- Practicing personal appreciation
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- The CISA, FBI, and the NSA published a Joint ____ Advisory
- Celebrating
- Conservation Day
- Summer heat brings increased risk
- Interns and System Administrator Day
- Beat the…
- Tropical Storm
- DAY, Holiday
- Have you made a family ____ plan?
- Hernando County, Florida
20 Clues: Beat the… • Celebrating • DAY, Holiday • IEM Spotlight • Tropical Storm • Conservation Day • Hire a _____ Day • July Heritage Month • Hernando County, Florida • rapidly spreading variant • Celebrating Puerto Rico’s… • Connect with county leaders • Practicing personal appreciation • Summer heat brings increased risk • Have you made a family ____ plan? • Focus FEMA’s newly released guidance • ...
IEM Social Media Crossword Puzzle 2021-07-20
Across
- Focus FEMA’s newly released guidance
- Beat the…
- Have you made a family ____ plan?
- MEDIA, Tool for public safety and emergency response
- Conservation Day
- Hernando County, Florida
- Tropical Storm
- Practicing personal appreciation
- Connect with county leaders
- July Heritage Month
- Give Something Away Day
- rapidly spreading variant
Down
- Celebrating Puerto Rico’s…
- DAY, Holiday
- Interns and System Administrator Day
- Summer heat brings increased risk
- The CISA, FBI, and the NSA published a Joint ____ Advisory
- Hire a _____ Day
- IEM Spotlight
- IEM Senior Executive Advisor providing insight
20 Clues: Beat the… • DAY, Holiday • IEM Spotlight • Tropical Storm • Conservation Day • Hire a _____ Day • July Heritage Month • Give Something Away Day • Hernando County, Florida • rapidly spreading variant • Celebrating Puerto Rico’s… • Connect with county leaders • Practicing personal appreciation • Summer heat brings increased risk • Have you made a family ____ plan? • ...
Wes Rich - CIS178 Week 3 Participation Cyber-Security Terms 2023-07-15
Across
- Protection against malicious programs.
- Malicious cyber attackers.
- Data protection through cryptography.
- Deceptive malicious software.
- Network of compromised computers.
- Deceptive online identity theft.
- Covert information-gathering software.
- Ethical cybersecurity professionals.
- Attack Network flooding disruption technique.
- Synthetic media manipulation technique.
Down
- Security breach exposes data.
- Tools Software for secure password storage.
- Secret codes for data protection.
- Harmful computer software.
- Unpatched software vulnerability exploitation.
- Network traffic filtering safeguard.
- Deceptive click manipulation technique.
- Online harassment and intimidation.
- Secure remote network access.
- Files held hostage for payment.
20 Clues: Malicious cyber attackers. • Harmful computer software. • Security breach exposes data. • Deceptive malicious software. • Secure remote network access. • Files held hostage for payment. • Deceptive online identity theft. • Secret codes for data protection. • Network of compromised computers. • Online harassment and intimidation. • Network traffic filtering safeguard. • ...
Chloe and Mick 2025-08-10
Across
- Location of proposal
- Number of Chloe's siblings
- Age Chloe and Mick met
- Number of apartments Chloe has lived in
- Where Chloe & Mick met
- Mick's favorite sport
- Month of proposal
- Mick's favorite flavor of Busch
- Chloe's middle name
- Mick's master degree
Down
- Mick's eye color
- Chloe's zodiac sign
- Favorite sport to play together
- What is their cats name?
- Their favorite food
- Their favorite place to eat
- Chloe's favorite color
- Location of their first date
- Mick's zodiac sign
- Star Wars droid on Chloe's keychain
20 Clues: Mick's eye color • Month of proposal • Mick's zodiac sign • Chloe's zodiac sign • Their favorite food • Chloe's middle name • Location of proposal • Mick's master degree • Mick's favorite sport • Age Chloe and Mick met • Where Chloe & Mick met • Chloe's favorite color • What is their cats name? • Number of Chloe's siblings • Their favorite place to eat • Location of their first date • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2023-01-24
Across
- malware that makes you pay
- software to detect and destroy malware
- malware pretending to be useful
- software that tracks you
- tricking users to click links/images
- manipulated media
- criminals explpoiting network vulnerabilities
- scrambling data into unreadable text
Down
- software that checks for malware
- harmful software
- a shield for data
- malware that displays adverts
- attacks exploiting a vulnerability
- service that encrypts data while on WiFi
- multiple attackers preventing legitimate users
- attacks seeking out personal info
- a unique label for devices connected to the internet
- internet access at coffee shop
- network pro learning hacking techniques
19 Clues: harmful software • a shield for data • manipulated media • software that tracks you • malware that makes you pay • malware that displays adverts • internet access at coffee shop • malware pretending to be useful • software that checks for malware • attacks seeking out personal info • attacks exploiting a vulnerability • tricking users to click links/images • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2025-09-21
Across
- A type of malware that is designed to look like a legitimate program in order to trick users into downloading it.
- The process of simplifying complex systems by focusing on essential features, hiding unnecessary details.
- A malicious program that can self-replicate and attach itself to other files.
- A symbol, typically '=', used in programming to assign a value to a variable.
- The practice of protecting computers, servers, mobile devices, and networks from malicious attacks.
- A value or variable that is passed to a function or method when it is called.
- A software that generates revenue by automatically displaying online advertisements.
- To verify the identity of a user or system.
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- A program or set of rules that protects a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.
- An additional component or feature that can be added to a software program.
- A software program used to prevent, detect, and remove malware.
- CONTROL - A security process that controls and manages who is authorized to access certain resources.
- A malicious program that is designed to damage or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
- The act of sending fraudulent emails in order to trick people into revealing personal information.
- The sum of all possible points where an unauthorized user can try to enter or extract data from a system.
- POISONING - A type of cyber attack that involves sending false ARP messages to redirect network traffic.
- A character encoding standard used to represent text in computers.
- A protocol used to translate IP addresses into MAC addresses.
- A collection of IP-to-MAC address mappings used to speed up network communication.
19 Clues: To verify the identity of a user or system. • A protocol used to translate IP addresses into MAC addresses. • A software program used to prevent, detect, and remove malware. • A character encoding standard used to represent text in computers. • An additional component or feature that can be added to a software program. • ...
Whats is Business Services? 2021-10-21
Across
- attack
- rules
- validation
- examination
- yearly
Down
- share price
- yearly
- a tax
8 Clues: a tax • rules • attack • yearly • yearly • validation • share price • examination
Cyber ethics 2025-06-13
Across
- malicious hackers break system
- defending network and data
- fake email and information
- internet manner and behaviour
- coping without giving credit
- right and wrong online
- illegal activities using computer
- legal right to creation
Down
- protection against digital threat
- online harassment or threats
- right and wrong online
- traces left online
- contorl over personal data
- unauthorized system access
- sending unwanted bulk messeages
15 Clues: traces left online • right and wrong online • right and wrong online • legal right to creation • defending network and data • contorl over personal data • fake email and information • unauthorized system access • online harassment or threats • coping without giving credit • internet manner and behaviour • malicious hackers break system • sending unwanted bulk messeages • ...
Transputec 2024-07-17
Across
- Dealing with audits as well as money-related issues
- The People team
- An thing that motivates you to work harder
- Brazil
- Where all deliveries come in and out
- Enlisting new people
- calculating salaries and payday
- personal holiday
Down
- Computer Department
- Communication method for calls in work
- CVMS
- climbing up the work ladder
- computer safety
- Company name
14 Clues: CVMS • Brazil • Company name • The People team • computer safety • personal holiday • Computer Department • Enlisting new people • climbing up the work ladder • calculating salaries and payday • Where all deliveries come in and out • Communication method for calls in work • An thing that motivates you to work harder • Dealing with audits as well as money-related issues
Intro to Cybersecurity 2026-04-24
Across
- how you are identified on devices, apps, or websites
- a small packet of software that lets a website track users by storing some of their data
- a coding defect
- harmful behavior directed at others using devices and social media
- device that connects multiple networks together
- any software designed to harm your device
- process of verifying a users identity
- use of emails that seem legitimate that trick users into entering their information to a fake website
- someone skilled in information technology that can overcome coding obstacles and exploit vulnerabilities
Down
- a record of all the websites visited
- secret code of letters, words, or symbols, that unlock your account
- technology that allows multiple devices to connect
- a camera built into a computer
- malware that duplicates itself into other programs without permission
- the practice of protecting systems, networks, programs, and data
- sending information from one device to another
- using the internet to save a copy of a file from a website, system, or program
- electronic junk mail
18 Clues: a coding defect • electronic junk mail • a camera built into a computer • a record of all the websites visited • process of verifying a users identity • any software designed to harm your device • sending information from one device to another • device that connects multiple networks together • technology that allows multiple devices to connect • ...
Cybersecurity: Attack Vectors 2026-04-24
Across
- Worm to attack computerized control systems targeting Iranian nuclear facilities
- A type of malicious software often hidden in a Trojan that records keystrokes.
- The path or means by which an attacker gains unauthorized access to a network.
- When a third party intercepts communications between two parties, compromising confidentiality.
- The malicious action or additional malware delivered by a Trojan horse.
- The primary tactic used by Trojans to trick users into running them.
- Unlike viruses or worms a Trojan does not do this to itself.
Down
- Distribution vector resembles that of a Trojan but it is not considered a Trojan
- A weakness in a target that a threat seeks to exploit.
- An attack where the hacker acts as a relay between two devices thinking they are talking to each other.
- A means to access a computer system that bypasses its security mechanism.
- A download that occurs automatically when a user visits an infected web page.
- The psychological manipulation of people into performing actions like downloading malware.
- Malware disguised as legitimate software to trick victims into downloading it.
- Strategist behind the attack on the walled city of Troy
- A legitimate website that has had malicious code loaded to it by a hacker.
- Released in 1975 and considered world's first example of a Trojan attack
- The aspect of data compromised when a man-in-the-middle attacker changes the data.
18 Clues: A weakness in a target that a threat seeks to exploit. • Strategist behind the attack on the walled city of Troy • Unlike viruses or worms a Trojan does not do this to itself. • The primary tactic used by Trojans to trick users into running them. • The malicious action or additional malware delivered by a Trojan horse. • ...
I + E 2024-01-23
Across
- Where Ingrid and Erik first met
- A country where Erik studied
- First concert
- Country they´ve visited the most
- Their first vacation together
- Erik´s job
- Their female cat
- Honeymoon destination
- Ingrid´s hobby
Down
- Where Erik grew up
- Number of countries they´ve visited together
- Their favourite trip together
- Where they got engaged
- Wedding venue
- Theo´s birthday month
- The street they used to live on
- Their male cat
- Where Ingrid studied abroad
- Ingrid´s first surname
- Their car
20 Clues: Their car • Erik´s job • Wedding venue • First concert • Their male cat • Ingrid´s hobby • Their female cat • Where Erik grew up • Theo´s birthday month • Honeymoon destination • Where they got engaged • Ingrid´s first surname • Where Ingrid studied abroad • A country where Erik studied • Their favourite trip together • Their first vacation together • Where Ingrid and Erik first met • ...
INFORMATIKA SEKARANG DAN MASA DEPAN 2025-08-26
Across
- Proses olah data jadi informasi
- Terjemahan Artificial Intelligence
- Data Kumpulan data sangat besar
- Perlindungan data digital
- Chatbot termasuk teknologi
- Terjemahan cloud computing
- Mobil pintar tanpa sopir
- Menggali pola dari data
- Algoritma belajar dari data
Down
- Cara sehat gunakan media digital
- Serangan pencuri data digital
- Mesin otomatis yang membantu manusia
- Dunia buatan imersif
- Jaringan global penghubung
- Kecerdasan buatan komputer
- Singkatan teknologi penghubung perangkat
- Kemampuan memahami dunia digital
- Teknologi yang bisa menyesuaikan
- Perangkat sensor terhubung jaringan
- Komunikasi antar mesin otomatis
20 Clues: Dunia buatan imersif • Menggali pola dari data • Mobil pintar tanpa sopir • Perlindungan data digital • Jaringan global penghubung • Kecerdasan buatan komputer • Chatbot termasuk teknologi • Terjemahan cloud computing • Algoritma belajar dari data • Serangan pencuri data digital • Proses olah data jadi informasi • Komunikasi antar mesin otomatis • Cara sehat gunakan media digital • ...
Safe to Speed 2022-07-18
Across
- Without proper input _____, malicious actors can send a malicious input into your web application form to inject malicious code to extract sensitive data from your database.
- Performing threat _____ at the start of your project will give you insight into your system's risk profile.
- Systems infected by malicious actor can be used to partake in a _____. This allows the malicious actor to use your infected system to conduct attacks to achieve their goals.
Down
- _____ programs attempt to utilise your system's compute resource (Without your knowledge) to mine for cryptocurrencies.
- Regular review of _____ accounts ensures that no unauthorised users are misusing the accounts outside the bounds of the system owner's knowledge.
- Doing system _____ will ensure that your systems are protected from the most basic and common attacks.
- It's important to understand potential vendor's cybersecurity _____ to evaluate if they have both innovation and cybersecurity best practices in mind.
- Security _____ helps identify business logic flaws and bugs in your application code.
- This provides you with a simpler and balanced means of ensuring cybersecurity best practices during a proof of concept/value or minimum viable product stage.
- _____ are often leaked on public code repositories due to developers using loosely configured code repositories.
10 Clues: Security _____ helps identify business logic flaws and bugs in your application code. • Doing system _____ will ensure that your systems are protected from the most basic and common attacks. • Performing threat _____ at the start of your project will give you insight into your system's risk profile. • ...
Cyber Security Crossword 2021-10-14
Across
- Do not accept trade orders via _____ or voicemail
- Require _______ confirmation for trade orders sent via email.
- Always use _______________ for all sensitive data on computers and removable media.
- Report Security Incidents to the ___________ Service Center x74357.
- “Do Your Part. #____________________.”
- Don't click on _________ links
- Report ___________ emails to the Cyber Threat Center (cyberthreat@raymondjames.com).
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- As part of the STOP.THINK.CONNECT.™ national public awareness ___________, CISA is also sharing Cybersecurity Awareness Month Resources to reduce cybersecurity risks and protect you online.
- ______________ is Cyber Security Awareness month.
- Type [_______] in the subject line of emails with sensitive data.
- PII stands for personally ____________ information
- Use a password of PIN to protect your mobile device. Have the device require a password after _________ minutes of inactivity.
- If you are unsure of the legitimacy of an email do not click on any links or open any _______________.
- Connect directly to the Raymond James ___________ only through wireless access points managed and configured by the ___________ Engineering Department.
- If you plan to enter a contract with a third-party or are changing your contract, please request a ______ assessment.
15 Clues: Don't click on _________ links • “Do Your Part. #____________________.” • ______________ is Cyber Security Awareness month. • Do not accept trade orders via _____ or voicemail • PII stands for personally ____________ information • Require _______ confirmation for trade orders sent via email. • Type [_______] in the subject line of emails with sensitive data. • ...
IT-bezogene Gegenstücke 2025-01-30
Across
- biometric authentication, similar to how unique fingerprints identify individuals
- in cybersecurity, unauthorized listening, similar to an ear picking up private conversations
- network - main connectivity infrastructure, like the spine supporting the body’s structure
- temporary storage to process data faster, like short-term memory for quick recall
- directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body
- tracking used in UX/UI analysis, akin to vision guiding movement and interaction
- a point of congestion in systems, comparable to a narrowed artery restricting blood flow
Down
- keeps the system standing and running, similar to a healthy body maintaining vitality
- for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech
- an exchange of standardized signals between devices in a computer network, like the mutual recognition of two individuals before a conversation
- a sequence of execution, like muscle fibers working together for coordinated action
- protective barrier, like skin in cybersecurity defending against external threats
- signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health
- stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors
- rules for communication, like language facilitating understanding in conversations
15 Clues: stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors • for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech • directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body • signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health • ...
Coding 2023-12-11
Across
- Identifying and fixing errors
- Step-by-step problem solving procedures
- Building apps for mobile devices
- Tracking changes and versions
- Writing clear explanations of code
- Learning new things continuously
Down
- Languages for human-computer communication
- Blocks of reusable code
- Unified coding environment
- Organizes code into objects
- Instructing the computer
- Basis of machine learning
- Making dynamic websites
- Principles for secure programs
- Managing the flow of a program
15 Clues: Blocks of reusable code • Instructing the computer • Making dynamic websites • Identifying and fixing errors • Organizes code into objects • Unified coding environment • Basis of machine learning • Principles for secure programs • Tracking changes and versions • Managing the flow of a program • Building apps for mobile devices • ...
James Cyber safety crossword 2016-05-21
Across
- a small piece of information or chocolate chip
- computer villainy
- Search engine
- Request details
- group of friends
- this flickers in a fire
- Short cut to speed access
- email,junk mail you didn't ask for
Down
- Highlight your favourites
- keeping private information safe
- an on line talk with friends
- Unwanted advertising
- secret code
- burning bricks to protect you
- secret identity
- my up to date news
- a person who gains access without permission
- the flu is one of these
- Device that moves you curser
- unexpected ad
20 Clues: secret code • Search engine • unexpected ad • Request details • secret identity • group of friends • computer villainy • my up to date news • Unwanted advertising • this flickers in a fire • the flu is one of these • Highlight your favourites • Short cut to speed access • an on line talk with friends • Device that moves you curser • burning bricks to protect you • ...
Practice Cybersecurity Terminology Puzzle 2025-03-14
Across
- Data hostage for ransom
- Protection of networks from threats
- Update that fixes vulnerabilities
- Requires multiple identity proofs
- Information about cyber threats
- Malicious software that harms systems
- Encoding sensitive information
- Impersonation to obtain information
Down
- Vulnerability with no available patch
- Weakness in a system
- Distributed denial-of-service attack
- Verifying user identity
- Converting data into codes
- Longterm targeted cyberattack
- Secure internet connection
- Unauthorized access to systems
- Blocks unwanted traffic
- Software that detects malware
- Software that secretly monitors
- Continuous cybersecurity monitoring
20 Clues: Weakness in a system • Data hostage for ransom • Verifying user identity • Blocks unwanted traffic • Converting data into codes • Secure internet connection • Longterm targeted cyberattack • Software that detects malware • Unauthorized access to systems • Encoding sensitive information • Information about cyber threats • Software that secretly monitors • ...
Kaylie and Eli Sip and Solve 2025-08-31
Across
- The engagement location.
- Their high school mascot.
- Kaylie's favorite movie.
- Their favorite energy drink.
- Their favorite restaurant.
- Kaylie was Miss __ in 2023.
- Their first trip together.
- Eli's football number in high school.
- The name of Eli's childhood pet.
- Eli's middle name.
Down
- Kaylie's favorite singer
- Eli's favorite Christmas movie.
- Eli graduated in 2026 majoring in _.
- Eli's favorite cookie flavor.
- Eli's favorite sports team.
- Their first concert.
- First date location.
- Kaylie's favorite color.
- The month they started dating.
- The name of Kaylie's sorority.
20 Clues: Eli's middle name. • Their first concert. • First date location. • Kaylie's favorite singer • The engagement location. • Kaylie's favorite movie. • Kaylie's favorite color. • Their high school mascot. • Their favorite restaurant. • Their first trip together. • Eli's favorite sports team. • Kaylie was Miss __ in 2023. • Their favorite energy drink. • Eli's favorite cookie flavor. • ...
CYBERSECURITY 2021-11-08
Across
- Hastag for 2021 Q4 Manila Thanksgiving Town Hall
- DE&I Champion for Philippines and Bulgaria
- Vaccine brand used in the IM PH Vaccination Program
- Where to get a digital copy of your Covid-19 Vaccination certificate
Down
- Helps in centralizing reports and dashboards in one location
- FAME 2021 Edition
- 2021 IM PH Virtual Year End Party
7 Clues: FAME 2021 Edition • 2021 IM PH Virtual Year End Party • DE&I Champion for Philippines and Bulgaria • Hastag for 2021 Q4 Manila Thanksgiving Town Hall • Vaccine brand used in the IM PH Vaccination Program • Helps in centralizing reports and dashboards in one location • Where to get a digital copy of your Covid-19 Vaccination certificate
Cybersecurity 2024-03-13
Across
- Online service that allows users to connect remotely to another network.
- Servers that are accessed over the Internet, and databases that run on those servers.
- The process of proving the claimed identity of an individual user.
- Software or application that displays advertisements on your computer
Down
- Various of malicious software that damages your computer.
- Software used by hackers to spy on you and your computer activities.
- A network of computers used to carry out cyberattacks on other systems.
7 Clues: Various of malicious software that damages your computer. • The process of proving the claimed identity of an individual user. • Software used by hackers to spy on you and your computer activities. • Software or application that displays advertisements on your computer • A network of computers used to carry out cyberattacks on other systems. • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-12-02
Across
- A security incident where sensitive, confidential, or personal information is accessed, stolen, or disclosed without authorization.
- Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
- The practice of protecting your digital world from cyber threats.
- Hackers send fake emails pretending to be a trusted source (like your bank), hoping you’ll click on a link or give them your personal info.
Down
- Stops unwanted traffic (like hackers) from getting into your system.
- A type of malicious software (malware) that encrypts a victim's files or locks their computer system, preventing them from accessing their data.
- Scrambles your sensitive data so that even if someone intercepts it, they can’t read it without the key to unlock it.
7 Clues: The practice of protecting your digital world from cyber threats. • Stops unwanted traffic (like hackers) from getting into your system. • Software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. • Scrambles your sensitive data so that even if someone intercepts it, they can’t read it without the key to unlock it. • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-03-08
Across
- Software that monitors for malware
- Scam emails that trick users
- Harmful software that damages computers
- Facial recognition to access phone
Down
- machines learning and thinking
- Access granted to perform actions
- Malware locks files for money
7 Clues: Scam emails that trick users • Malware locks files for money • machines learning and thinking • Access granted to perform actions • Software that monitors for malware • Facial recognition to access phone • Harmful software that damages computers
CYBERSECURITY 2015-03-25
Across
- ... device forensics roots began when mobile devices started to become popular, about 2000.
- Digital ... is used to capture volatile information from random access memory (RAM) and other running processes, including networks.
- ...are fast moving and increasing in number and severity.
Down
- ISACA publication Transforming ...
- Digital forensics scientific process: ...of custody.
- ...reasoning uses a series of specific pieces of information to extrapolate a broad conclusion.
- Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework guide implements the CSF using ISACA’s ... 5 processes.
7 Clues: ISACA publication Transforming ... • Digital forensics scientific process: ...of custody. • ...are fast moving and increasing in number and severity. • ... device forensics roots began when mobile devices started to become popular, about 2000. • ...reasoning uses a series of specific pieces of information to extrapolate a broad conclusion. • ...
CYBERSECURITY 2025-04-06
Across
- a type of social engineering to steal user data
- protection of systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks
- an intrusive software developed by cybercriminals
Down
- weak places in the security system
- an unauthorized person who tries to gain access
- a computer data storage on servers in off-site locations is called … storage
- the use of numbers
7 Clues: the use of numbers • weak places in the security system • a type of social engineering to steal user data • an unauthorized person who tries to gain access • an intrusive software developed by cybercriminals • protection of systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks • a computer data storage on servers in off-site locations is called … storage
Cybersecurity 2021-12-30
Across
- Portable Computer
- Type of Code
- Intrusion
Down
- Hand Held Device
- Private Communications Device
- Security Access Code
- Loss of
7 Clues: Loss of • Intrusion • Type of Code • Hand Held Device • Portable Computer • Security Access Code • Private Communications Device
CyberSecurity 2023-02-05
Across
- Spread through a network and use system resources for example to slow the network speed down.
- Malicious form of self-replicating software that can spread quickly on a computer network.
- Infects a computer and causes it to download or display malicious adverts or pop-ups when the victim is online.
- Unwanted software that monitors and gathers information on a person and how they use their computer.
- A piece of software that appears to perform a useful function (such as a game) but unbeknown to the user it also performs malicious actions. Name derives from the story of the Horse.
Down
- Locks a computer, encrypts files, and therefore prevents the user from being able to access the data.
- Malicious software is software that is designed to gain access to your computer with malicious intent.
7 Clues: Malicious form of self-replicating software that can spread quickly on a computer network. • Spread through a network and use system resources for example to slow the network speed down. • Unwanted software that monitors and gathers information on a person and how they use their computer. • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-08-19
Across
- Harmful software programs.
- Fake emails that trick you into giving personal information.
- A code used to lock or unlock accounts.
Down
- A person who breaks into computer systems.
- The brain of the computer.
- A harmful program that spreads and damages files.
- Software that protects against online threats.
7 Clues: The brain of the computer. • Harmful software programs. • A code used to lock or unlock accounts. • A person who breaks into computer systems. • Software that protects against online threats. • A harmful program that spreads and damages files. • Fake emails that trick you into giving personal information.
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2024-09-25
Across
- Fraudulent attempts to steal sensitive information
- A tool that uses large language models to create authentic-looking text, pictures, or video. Can be used to create deepfakes
- What you should do with any suspicious communication!
- Online harassment or bullying
- Malware disguised as legitimate software
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Virtual Private Network for secure connections
- Using AI to create a likeness of someone in video, voice, or picture
- Software update to fix security vulnerabilities
Down
- Investment scam involving fake accounts
- A phish sent by text
- Software that collects data secretly
- Self-replicating malware that spreads across networks
- Investment currency usually preferred in pig butchering scams
- Malware that encrypts files demanding ransom
- Factor showing how likely an associate will report versus click a phishing email
- Securing data by converting it into code
- A group very concerned with cyberbullying
18 Clues: A phish sent by text • Multi-Factor Authentication • Online harassment or bullying • Software that collects data secretly • Investment scam involving fake accounts • Malware disguised as legitimate software • Securing data by converting it into code • A group very concerned with cyberbullying • Malware that encrypts files demanding ransom • ...
Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle 2023-01-24
Across
- malware that makes you pay
- software to detect and destroy malware
- malware pretending to be useful
- software that tracks you
- tricking users to click links/images
- manipulated media
- criminals explpoiting network vulnerabilities
- scrambling data into unreadable text
Down
- software that checks for malware
- harmful software
- a shield for data
- malware that displays adverts
- attacks exploiting a vulnerability
- service that encrypts data while on WiFi
- multiple attackers preventing legitimate users
- attacks seeking out personal info
- a unique label for devices connected to the internet
- internet access at coffee shop
- network pro learning hacking techniques
19 Clues: harmful software • a shield for data • manipulated media • software that tracks you • malware that makes you pay • malware that displays adverts • internet access at coffee shop • malware pretending to be useful • software that checks for malware • attacks seeking out personal info • attacks exploiting a vulnerability • tricking users to click links/images • ...
Lance and Ally 2025-07-20
Across
- Location of their first date
- Song Ally walked down the aisle to
- Lance's major in college
- Flavor of the wedding cake
- Ally's maiden name
- Name of the best man
- Ally's hometown
- Name of the maid of honor
- Lance's favorite color
- Number of years Ally and Lance have been together
Down
- Total number of siblings
- Their dog's name
- Name of the ring bearer
- Name of the flower girl
- Lance's favorite sports team
- Lance's hometown
- Lance's middle name
- Ally's profession
- Month Lance proposed
19 Clues: Ally's hometown • Their dog's name • Lance's hometown • Ally's profession • Ally's maiden name • Lance's middle name • Name of the best man • Month Lance proposed • Lance's favorite color • Name of the ring bearer • Name of the flower girl • Total number of siblings • Lance's major in college • Name of the maid of honor • Flavor of the wedding cake • Location of their first date • ...
IT-bezogene Gegenstücke 2025-01-30
Across
- biometric authentication, similar to how unique fingerprints identify individuals
- in cybersecurity, unauthorized listening, similar to an ear picking up private conversations
- network - main connectivity infrastructure, like the spine supporting the body’s structure
- temporary storage to process data faster, like short-term memory for quick recall
- directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body
- tracking used in UX/UI analysis, akin to vision guiding movement and interaction
- a point of congestion in systems, comparable to a narrowed artery restricting blood flow
Down
- keeps the system standing and running, similar to a healthy body maintaining vitality
- for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech
- an exchange of standardized signals between devices in a computer network, like the mutual recognition of two individuals before a conversation
- a sequence of execution, like muscle fibers working together for coordinated action
- protective barrier, like skin in cybersecurity defending against external threats
- signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health
- stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors
- rules for communication, like language facilitating understanding in conversations
15 Clues: stores session info, like taste memory helping us remember flavors • for voice input and communication, like vocal cords enabling speech • directs traffic, like veins carrying blood to different parts of the body • signal used in networking to check system status, like a pulse monitoring health • ...
GoCIT Famous People in Cybersecurity 2025-04-10
Across
- The 'S' in RSA encryption and co-inventor of Shamir's Secret Sharing.
- The 'A' in RSA encryption; cryptography pioneer.
- Former Chief Security Officer at Facebook and vocal advocate for digital privacy.
- Pioneer of public key cryptography and co-creator of the Diffie-Hellman algorithm.
- The 'R' in RSA encryption; helped develop one of the most widely used encryption algorithms.
Down
- Discovered a major DNS vulnerability in 2008 that shook the internet.
- Real name of Mudge, testified to Congress about cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
- Cryptographer and author of "Applied Cryptography"; widely known security expert.
- Father of modern computing; his work laid the groundwork for cryptography and codebreaking.
- Once the world's most wanted hacker, later became a cybersecurity consultant.
10 Clues: The 'A' in RSA encryption; cryptography pioneer. • Discovered a major DNS vulnerability in 2008 that shook the internet. • The 'S' in RSA encryption and co-inventor of Shamir's Secret Sharing. • Once the world's most wanted hacker, later became a cybersecurity consultant. • Real name of Mudge, testified to Congress about cybersecurity vulnerabilities. • ...
Coursework Crossword 2024-08-21
Across
- Think, MTI Alumni
- Richard Rumelt
- The rep from Green Peace has a question
- Reframe
- What? Like its hard?
Down
- Ethics or bust!
- Pitchercize
- What is today's costume?
- More money than God
- Money! Money! Money!
10 Clues: Reframe • Pitchercize • Richard Rumelt • Ethics or bust! • Think, MTI Alumni • More money than God • Money! Money! Money! • What? Like its hard? • What is today's costume? • The rep from Green Peace has a question
Dandy & Nicole Wedding 2024-10-16
Across
- City where the couple had their 1st date
- Engagement Ring cut
- Dandy's fave K-pop group
- Nicole specialization as a Doctor
- 1st out of country
- Number of Graduation Attended
- The month Nicole officially became Dandy's Girlfriend
Down
- Dandy's Profession
- Favorite color of Dandy
- Number of mutual friend
- Name of their coffee shop
- Nicole's Profession
- 1st business together
- How long they are together
- Favorite concert attended
- 2nd TV appearance
16 Clues: 2nd TV appearance • Dandy's Profession • 1st out of country • Engagement Ring cut • Nicole's Profession • 1st business together • Favorite color of Dandy • Number of mutual friend • Dandy's fave K-pop group • Name of their coffee shop • Favorite concert attended • How long they are together • Number of Graduation Attended • Nicole specialization as a Doctor • ...
CYBERSECURITY 2022-03-01
Across
- transforming plaintext or cleartext into ciphertext
- Planning and maintaining organization safe in cyberspace
- used to prove one's identity, or authorize access to a resource
- malicious or ethical person who has knowledge and skill in analyzing program code or a computer system
Down
- practice of sending fraudulent messages that appear to come from a reputable source
- attaches itself with host file and replicates
- unwanted or unsolicited communications typically received via e-mail
7 Clues: attaches itself with host file and replicates • transforming plaintext or cleartext into ciphertext • Planning and maintaining organization safe in cyberspace • used to prove one's identity, or authorize access to a resource • unwanted or unsolicited communications typically received via e-mail • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-02-15
Across
- A technique used to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information
- The process of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from theft or damage
- A type of attack that floods a system or network with excessive traffic, causing it to become unavailable
Down
- The practice of verifying the identity of a user or system before granting access
- A program or device used to detect and prevent unauthorized access to a computer or network
- A secret code used to gain access to a computer system, network, or account
- A malicious program that self-replicates and spreads to other computers
7 Clues: A malicious program that self-replicates and spreads to other computers • A technique used to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information • A secret code used to gain access to a computer system, network, or account • The practice of verifying the identity of a user or system before granting access • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-11-28
Across
- device or node that connects to a network, such as a computer, smartphone, or IoT device, often targeted in cybersecurity attacks.
- secret or undocumented way of gaining access to a system or network, typically used for malicious purposes or as a debugging feature.
- the act of making something known or the fact that is made known
- (Movement)cybersecurity term referring to the act of moving through a network from one system to another after gaining initial access.
Down
- modify or adapt something (e.g., a device or software) for a different, often unintended, use—frequently associated with malicious intent in cybersecurity contexts.
- to avoid something by going around it
- type of attack that makes a system, service, or network unavailable by overwhelming it with a flood of requests or traffic.
7 Clues: to avoid something by going around it • the act of making something known or the fact that is made known • type of attack that makes a system, service, or network unavailable by overwhelming it with a flood of requests or traffic. • ...
Cybersecurity 2025-07-01
Across
- a computer data storage on servers in off-site locations
- protection of networks and programs from digital attacks
- a type of social engineering to steal data
- the use of numbers
- an intrusive software developed by criminals
Down
- weak places in the security system
- an unauthorized person trying to gain access
7 Clues: the use of numbers • weak places in the security system • a type of social engineering to steal data • an unauthorized person trying to gain access • an intrusive software developed by criminals • a computer data storage on servers in off-site locations • protection of networks and programs from digital attacks
Cybersecurity 2026-05-08
Across
- A secret code used to keep bank accounts and office files safe
- Information like names, addresses, and bank numbers that must stay private.
- A fake email that looks like it’s from a Bank to steal your password
Down
- A file sent with an email that might contain a virus or "malware".
- A dishonest trick to get money from a customer or business
- Making a second copy of important office documents so they aren't lost.
- "Who you are." Hackers try to steal this to pretend to be you.
7 Clues: A dishonest trick to get money from a customer or business • "Who you are." Hackers try to steal this to pretend to be you. • A secret code used to keep bank accounts and office files safe • A file sent with an email that might contain a virus or "malware". • A fake email that looks like it’s from a Bank to steal your password • ...
Cybersecurity 2022-11-24
Across
- is a person skilled in information technology who uses their technical knowledge to achieve a goal or overcome an obstacle
- software to defend the computer
- is a method of exchanging messages ("mail") between people using electronic devices.
- protection of computer systems and networks
Down
- data .....
- any software intentionally designed to cause disruption to a computer, server, client, or computer network
- synonym for nasty
7 Clues: data ..... • synonym for nasty • software to defend the computer • protection of computer systems and networks • is a method of exchanging messages ("mail") between people using electronic devices. • any software intentionally designed to cause disruption to a computer, server, client, or computer network • ...
Cybersecurity 2024-03-09
Across
- Weakness that can be exploited
- Verifies user or system identity.
- Scrambles data securely.
Down
- Network security system that controls traffic.
- Protects systems from attacks.
- Fraudulent emails to steal information.
- Malicious software that disrupts.
7 Clues: Scrambles data securely. • Protects systems from attacks. • Weakness that can be exploited • Verifies user or system identity. • Malicious software that disrupts. • Fraudulent emails to steal information. • Network security system that controls traffic.
Cybersecurity 2024-07-05
Across
- Threatens to publish or blocks access to data or a computer system
- Short for malicious software
- The practice of tricking Internet users through the use of deceptive email messages or websites
Down
- A network security device that monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic and decides whether to allow or block specific traffic based on a defined set of security rules
- A malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service or network by overwhelming the target or its surrounding infrastructure with a flood of Internet traffic.
- A type of malicious software, or malware, that spreads between computers and causes damage to data and software.
- A way of scrambling data so that only authorized parties can understand the information.
7 Clues: Short for malicious software • Threatens to publish or blocks access to data or a computer system • A way of scrambling data so that only authorized parties can understand the information. • The practice of tricking Internet users through the use of deceptive email messages or websites • ...
CyberSecurity 2023-02-05
Across
- Spread through a network and use system resources for example to slow the network speed down.
- Malicious form of self-replicating software that can spread quickly on a computer network.
- Infects a computer and causes it to download or display malicious adverts or pop-ups when the victim is online.
- Unwanted software that monitors and gathers information on a person and how they use their computer.
- A piece of software that appears to perform a useful function (such as a game) but unbeknown to the user it also performs malicious actions. Name derives from the story of the Horse.
Down
- Locks a computer, encrypts files, and therefore prevents the user from being able to access the data.
- Malicious software is software that is designed to gain access to your computer with malicious intent.
7 Clues: Malicious form of self-replicating software that can spread quickly on a computer network. • Spread through a network and use system resources for example to slow the network speed down. • Unwanted software that monitors and gathers information on a person and how they use their computer. • ...