Cyber Security

2. A piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.
6. Any malicious computer program which is used to hack into a computer by misleading users of its true intent.
7. Any software program in which advertising banners are displayed while the program is running.
10. designed to detect and destroy computer viruses.
12. Used to describe any code in any part of a software system or script that is intended to cause undesired effects, security breaches or damage to a system.
14. Made possible by using algorithms to create complex codes out of simple data, effectively making it more difficult for cyberthieves to gain access to the information.

1. Are similar to worms and Trojans, but earn their unique name by performing a wide variety of automated tasks on behalf of their master (the cybercriminals) who are often safely located somewhere far across the internet.
3. A software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive.
4. Are small files that websites put on your computer hard disk drive when you first visit.
5. Refers to the process of making copies of data or data files to use in the event the original data files are lost or destroyed.
8. An attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.
9. The activity of defrauding an online account holder of financial information by posing as a legitimate company.
11. Someone who seeks and exploits weaknesses in a computer system or computer network.
13. A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.