Cybersecurity Terms

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Across
  1. 3. A secret string of characters that acts as a key to allow access to a computer system or account.
  2. 7. Malware that misleads users of its true intent, named after the famous wooden horse from Greek mythology.
  3. 9. A scam where attackers trick you into revealing sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity.
  4. 10. Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network.
Down
  1. 1. The process of converting information into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access.
  2. 2. A form of social engineering where attackers attempt to trick you into revealing information over voice phone calls.
  3. 4. A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or files until money is paid.
  4. 5. A spare copy of your computer data stored securely elsewhere so it can be restored if the original is lost or corrupted.
  5. 6. Software specifically designed to detect, prevent, and destroy malicious programs on your computer.
  6. 8. A security system that acts as a barrier, monitoring and controlling incoming and outgoing network traffic.