Phishing
A cyber attack where hackers pretend to be a trustworthy source in order to trick people into giving personal information or money.
Vocab terms YOU need to know!
Learn some important terms to help better understand online safety; also, be prepared to know these for the last level!
Malware
Harmful software designed to damage, steal or disrupt computer systems. Examples include viruses, worms and spyware.
Firewall
A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic to block unauthorized access.
Password
A secret string of characters used to access an account or device. Strong passwords help protect against unauthorized access.
Encryption
The process of converting information into a coded form so that only authorized users can read it.
Two-Factor Authentication
A security method that requires two forms of verification, such as a password and a code sent to your phone.
Spyware
A type of malware that secretly collects information about a user's activity without their permission.
Data Breach
An incident where sensitive, protected, or private information is accessed or exposed without authorization.
Social Engineering
A tactic attackers use to manipulate people into revealing confidential information or performing unsafe actions.