Across
- 2. Malware that hides its presence from users/OS (ROOTKIT)
- 4. Security system that blocks unauthorized access (FIREWALL)
- 8. Software that removes or blocks harmful programs (ANTIVIRUS)
- 11. General term for harmful software (MALWARE)
- 15. Program that locks files and demands money (RANSOMWARE)
- 17. Malicious part of a virus that causes damage (PAYLOAD)
- 18. Self-replicating program that spreads over networks (WORM)
- 19. Unwanted or junk email messages (SPAM)
- 20. Fake messages to trick users into revealing data (PHISHING)
Down
- 1. A network of infected computers controlled remotely (BOTNET)
- 3. Program that records keystrokes (KEYLOGGER)
- 5. A harmful program that disrupts a computer system (VIRUS)
- 6. Criminal who breaks into systems (HACKER)
- 7. Software that secretly collects user information (SPYWARE)
- 9. A malicious code triggered by specific events (LOGICBOMB)
- 10. Malicious software that opens a hidden way into a system (BACKDOOR)
- 12. Secret code method to secure data (ENCRYPTION)
- 13. False warning about non-existent malware (HOAX)
- 14. Malware hidden inside useful software (TROJAN)
- 16. Software that displays unwanted advertisements (ADWARE)