Cybersecurity - JMcBride
Across
- 1. general term for malicious software
- 3. person who breaks into computer systems
- 6. malware that locks files and demands payment
- 7. software that hides malware from detection
- 10. network security system that monitors and controls traffic
- 11. secret string used for user authentication
- 14. vulnerability unknown to the software maker
- 16. authentication method using two forms of verification
- 17. secure tunnel for internet traffic (abbreviation)
- 18. code that takes advantage of a software vulnerability
- 20. deceptive attempt to steal sensitive information via email or messages
Down
- 2. process of converting data into a secure code
- 4. barrier that blocks unauthorized network access
- 5. software that detects and removes malicious programs
- 8. tool that records everything typed on a keyboard
- 9. hidden way to bypass normal authentication
- 12. software that secretly gathers user data
- 13. malware disguised as legitimate software
- 15. network of infected devices under hacker control
- 19. software update that fixes security vulnerabilities