Across
- 2. Extra copies of computer files that can be used to restore files that are lost or damaged.
- 12. Computer programs that can block, detect, and remove viruses and other malware.
- 15. An individual, group, organization, or government that conducts or has the intent to conduct detrimental activities.
- 16. Part of the internet that isn't indexed by search engines.
- 17. Unsolicited emails sent to many addresses.
- 20. The unauthorized movement or disclosure of sensitive information to a party, usually outside the organization.
- 22. Software that is secretly or surreptitiously installed into an information system without the knowledge of the system user or owner.
- 23. Converting data into a form that cannot be easily understood by unauthorized people.
Down
- 1. A mechanism for creating a secure connection between a computing device and a computer network
- 2. A collection of computers compromised by malicious code and controlled across a network.
- 3. The protection of digital information, as well as the integrity of the infrastructure housing and transmitting digital information.
- 4. Faking the sending address of a transmission to gain illegal entry into a secure system.
- 5. A cybersecurity risk that originates from within an organization.
- 6. A process or measure used to verify a user’s identity.
- 7. A string of characters used to authenticate an identity.
- 8. A flaw or weakness in an information system that could be exploited.
- 9. A type of malware that denies a user's access to a system or data until a sum of money is paid.
- 10. Software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process.
- 11. Software designed to block malware from entering protected networks.
- 13. A computer program that can copy itself and cause harm in various ways, such as stealing private information or destroying data.
- 14. A replacement for passwords that provide more secure sign-ins to websites and apps across a user’s devices.
- 18. An unauthorized user who attempts to or gains access to an information system.
- 19. Attempting to trick people into revealing sensitive information, often by using emails or fake websites that look like they are from trusted sources.
- 21. The ability of individuals to understand and exercise control over how information about themselves may be used by others.