Security Terms

5. Copy of files from computer hard drive saved on other digital media that is stored in a secure location
8. Set of software tools used by attackers to hide the presence of other malicious softwares
9. Logical computer network of zombies under control of an attacker
12. Attacker who controls a botnet
17. Database of viruses used to identify infected files
18. Computer code that is dormant until it is triggered by a specific logical event
19. General term used to describe software that spies on users by gathering information without consent

1. Program or feature incorporated in a browser that stops popup advertisements from appearing
2. Enhancements to software to provide expanded functionality, but do not address vulnerabilities
3. Software that is a cumulative package of all patches and feature updates
4. Malware preventing devices from properly operating until a fee is paid
6. Software that helps prevent computers from becoming infected by spyware
7. Infected computer under remote control of an attacker
10. Malicious computer code that reproduces itself on a computer
11. Software of hardware device that captures each keystroke that is typed on the computer's keyboard
13. Hardware or software designed to limit spread of malware
14. Software code that gives access to a program that circumvents normal security protections
15. Publicly released software security update to repair a vulnerability
16. Malicious program designed to enter a computer via a network to take advantage of vulnerabilities
20. Security program that delivers advertising content in a way that is unexpected and unwanted