IT Vocabulary
Software created to find and remove malicious programs from a computer
Antivirus
Deceptive tricks to get sensitive information through fake emails
Phishing
Clicking links in strange messages that try to trick you into revealing passwords
Phishing Email
Any software built specifically to damage or disrupt systems
Malicious Softwar
What you should carefully check before clicking any link in an unknown message
Suspicious Email
Saving an extra copy of your files separately in case the system fails
Backup
Malware that locks your files and demands money to give back access
Ransomware
Downloading software that seems normal but actually damages your system
Trojan Horse
Any deliberate attempt to breach or disrupt a system without permission
Cyberattack
Writing down all details right after a security issue happens
Incident Report
Converting data into secret code to keep it safe from unauthorized people
Encryption
Software that secretly monitors your activity and collects your personal data
Spyware
Ignoring network alerts until unauthorized users infiltrate your computer
Compromised System
An email that looks fake or dangerous because of suspicious links
Suspicious Email
A structured plan to handle the situation after a cyberattack
Incident Response
A security system that monitors network traffic and blocks unsafe connections
Firewall
Malware hidden inside a program that looks completely safe
Trojan Horse
Allowing sensitive information or passwords to be leaked to unauthorized users
Data Breach
A computer network that has been successfully hacked or infiltrated
Compromised System
Doing this regularly guarantees you won't lose important files if malware strikes
making a Backup
Turning off a system completely to prevent more damage during an attack
System Shutdown
Malicious code that replicates itself and spreads to corrupt files
Virus
Giving money to hackers after they lock your computer files
Ransomware attack
Unauthorized disclosure of private or sensitive company info
Data Breach
Keeping your connection secure by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic
Firewall