Data Security & Privacy Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 3. A type of attack where an attacker pretends to be a trusted entity
  2. 6. A process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access
  3. 7. A legal framework that protects personal data in the European Union
  4. 9. A weakness in a system that can be exploited by attackers
  5. 10. A method of verifying someone's identity using two forms of verification
  6. 11. A secure method of transmitting data over the internet
  7. 13. A person who attempts to gain unauthorized access to systems or data
  8. 14. A type of software update designed to fix security vulnerabilities
  9. 16. A type of malware that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption
  10. 18. A type of attack where an attacker inserts malicious code into a legitimate website
Down
  1. 1. A type of attack where hackers trick individuals into revealing sensitive information
  2. 2. A legal requirement to protect sensitive customer information
  3. 4. A policy that ensures data is accessible only to authorized users
  4. 5. A process of regularly backing up data to prevent loss
  5. 8. A type of security breach where data is accessed without authorization
  6. 12. A method of disguising communication to hide its content
  7. 15. The practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks
  8. 17. A type of software designed to detect and remove malicious programs
  9. 18. A type of attack that floods a network with traffic to disrupt service