Across
- 6. A test to tell if a user is human or a bot
- 8. A tool or person that translates encrypted messages back into readable form
- 10. To verify a person’s identity before allowing access
- 11. A list of sites, emails, or IPs that are denied access for safety
- 13. A scam where fake messages trick people into giving personal info
- 14. General term for harmful software like viruses and worms
Down
- 1. A type of software that secretly gathers information from your device
- 2. A secret string used to access a device or account securely
- 3. When private data is accessed without permission
- 4. To follow and identify the source of an online threat or attack
- 5. A necessary software fix that can patch security holes
- 7. A saved copy of important data in case something is lost
- 9. To turn readable data into code so only authorized users can read it
- 10. A program that finds and removes malicious software
- 12. A security system that blocks unauthorized access to or from a network