Ports
Cables
Malware
Basics
Password +
100

This port is used by http traffic

Port 80

100

This common twisted pair cable is used in Ethernet networks

Cat5 (or Cat5e)

100

THis type of malware locks your files and demands payment

Ransomware

100

The process of converting data into unreadable code

Encryption

100

This is the most common (and worst) password year after year

123456...

200

Https traffic securely runs over this port

Port 443

200

This cable type transmits data using light

Fiber Optic

200

Self-Replicating program that spreads without user action.

Worm

200

This type of attack floods a server with traffic to crash it

DDoS attack

200

This is the recommended minimum number of characters for a strong password

12

300

This port is the standard for FTP control commands

Port 21

300

This connector is commonly used for coaxial cables

F-type connector

300

Malware disguised as legitimate software

Trojan Horse

300

This type of network acts as a private, secure tunnel over the internet to protect data and privacy

VPN (Virtual Private Network)
300

adding this layer of security (like a code sent to your phone) helps even if your password is stolen

2FA (Two-Factor Authentication)
400

Default port used by SSH

Port 22

400
HDMI cables replaced this analog video cable type

what is VGA

400

This malware records your keystrokes to steal passwords

Keylogger

400

A secret string used to verify identity online

Antivirus Software

400

Hackers use automated tools called this to try millions of password combinations until they get in

Brute Force

500

POP3 operates over this port

Port 110

500

This cable is shielded to reduce electromagnetic interference and is often used in industrial environments

STP (Shielded Twisted Pair)

500

This malware exploits security holes before the vendor even knows about them

Zero-day malware

500

The practice of sending fake emails to steal data.

Phishing

500

This 1999 movie features hackers who could bend the rules of reality

The Matrix

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