Cyber Safety

4. A secret word or phrase used to authenticate access to a system or account.
5. The process of converting information into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access.
7. Software designed to detect and remove malicious software from a computer.
9. A software update that fixes vulnerabilities and improves security.

1. A method of authentication that requires two different forms of identification to access an account.
2. A copy of data stored separately to prevent data loss in case of a cyber attack or system failure.
3. The process of installing the latest versions of software to protect against vulnerabilities
4. The fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communications.
6. A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
8. A Virtual Private Network that creates a secure connection over the internet.