Cyber Security Terms

2. A type of malware that locks your computer or files and asks for money to unlock them.
4. An update for a program that fixes problems or makes it better.
7. A method used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into providing sensitive information, by pretending to be someone they are not
10. A weak spot in a computer system that bad people can use to do bad things.
12. A tool that helps keep your computer safe by controlling what data comes in and goes out.
15. A security method where you need two things to log in, like a password and a code sent to your phone.

1. The psychological manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information, often used by attackers to gain access to systems or data.
3. (Virtual Private Network) A service that hides your online activity to keep it private and secure.
5. A type of malware disguised as legitimate software. Users are typically tricked into loading and executing it on their systems.
6. A trick where someone pretends to be someone else to steal your information or get access to your computer.
8. A method where someone tries every possible password until they find the right one.
9. Malicious software that is made to harm your computer or steal information.
11. Software that secretly gathers information about a person or organization without their knowledge, often to benefit a third party.
13. A program that helps protect your computer by finding and getting rid of bad software, like viruses.
14. A way to change information into a secret code so that only certain people can read it.