Cybersecurity Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 1. Weakness or flaw in a system that can be exploited by attackers.
  2. 5. Science of secure communication using codes and ciphers.
  3. 8. Isolated environment used for testing potentially malicious software.
  4. 9. Authentication method that uses unique physical or behavioral characteristics.
  5. 13. Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems.
  6. 14. Process of verifying the identity of a user or s
  7. 16. Virtual Private Network that provides secure and private communication over public networks.
  8. 18. Decoy system designed to attract and monitor unauthorized access attempts.
  9. 19. Network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic.
  10. 20. Measures taken to protect computer systems and data from unauthorized access or attacks.
  11. 21. A secret word or phrase used for authentication and access control.
  12. 22. Malicious code that replicates itself and infects computer systems.
Down
  1. 2. Unauthorized access to computer systems or networks.
  2. 3. Distributed Denial of Service attack that overwhelms a target system with traffic.
  3. 4. Vulnerability or exploit that is unknown to software developers or security researchers.
  4. 6. Cyber attack method that tricks users into revealing sensitive information.
  5. 7. Process of converting information into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access.
  6. 10. Malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate software.
  7. 11. A hidden entry point into a system that bypasses normal security mechanisms.
  8. 12. Criminal activities conducted over the internet.
  9. 15. A person who uses their programming skills to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
  10. 17. Malicious software that encrypts files and demands a ransom for their release.
  11. 21. Software update that fixes security vulnerabilities.