Common Cyber Attacks

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Across
  1. 3. A type of malware that attaches itself onto a host program, such as a document. It can cause serious damage to files or an entire device.
  2. 5. A cybercrime in which a person is contacted by email, telephone or text message by someone who is posing as a legitimate company.
  3. 6. Any type of software that is designed to intentionally harm or damage a computer or network.
Down
  1. 1. A network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic.
  2. 2. A software that prevents users from accessing their files or network until a ransom is paid.
  3. 4. Once downloaded onto a user’s computer, the software secretly gathers information about a person or organization and sends it to the attacker.