Comp Sci - Cybersecurity

______ attacks use millions of computers to overload a network, which causes it to shut down.

The _______ monitors your network traffic. It can stop unwanted access by hackers or malware.

Malware that controls multiple computers at once using a 'control center' is called a _________

A(n) ___________ is a person who uses something in unintended and creative ways.

A _______ gains full control of your computer by hiding code in the operating system

A ___________ records every key you push (so a hacker can see everything you type)

Using random guesses in order to crack a password is called ______

______________ is another name for harmful or malicious programs.

Malware that can spread by itself to other computers on a network is called a _________

A company may put out a ______ to quickly fix a previous vulnerability

This malware is unable to install itself and requires a host program or human help to propagate

A _______ hides in another program that users install willingly (...but then it strikes)

A ____________ email is a scam that tries to get you to click a link or share your password.

A(n) ____________ can scan your files to find and remove malware on your computer.