Crossword Puzzle For CS
Across
- 3. – A copy of data stored in case the original is lost or damaged.
- 5. – A list of trusted websites or emails that are safe to use.
- 8. – Malware that locks files and demands payment to unlock them.
- 9. – Installing the latest version of software to fix security issues.
- 12. – Unauthorized access to sensitive information.
- 13. – Unsolicited, often irrelevant emails or messages.
- 14. – Malicious software that attaches to programs to spread and damage files.
- 16. – A scam that tricks users into giving personal information.
- 19. – A hidden way for hackers to access a computer system.
- 20. – A network of infected computers controlled remotely by hackers.
- 22. – A type of malware that replicates itself to spread to other computers.
- 24. – A list of websites or emails that are considered unsafe or malicious.
- 25. – A system that protects your computer from unauthorized access.
- 26. – The process of encoding data to keep it safe from unauthorized access.
- 27. – Fake software that scares users into downloading it.
- 28. – Software that secretly records keystrokes to steal information.
- 29. – Another name for Trojan Horse; malicious software pretending to be useful.
- 30. – A software update that fixes bugs or security vulnerabilities.
Down
- 1. – Verifying the identity of a user or system before granting access.
- 2. – Software that secretly monitors and collects information from users.
- 4. – Software that scans and removes viruses from your computer.
- 6. – Malware disguised as legitimate software to trick users.
- 7. – Software that displays unwanted advertisements on your computer.
- 10. – A type of malware that hides the presence of other malicious software.
- 11. – Redirecting users to fake websites to steal information.
- 15. – A software used to detect and remove spyware.
- 17. – Trickery used to manipulate people into giving out confidential information.
- 18. – A security flaw that is exploited before the software is updated.
- 21. – Gaining unauthorized control of a computer or account.
- 23. – Software designed to harm your computer or steal data.