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When someone illegally obtains your password to access your accounts, steal personal data, or impersonate you online.
Fake emails, websites, or messages that trick you into giving away personal info.
You might get an email that looks like it's from your bank, asking you to "verify your account." The link in the email takes you to a fake website that looks real, but is actually controlled by the attacker.
A wireless network that lacks proper security protections, making it easy for hackers to intercept data or gain unauthorised access to connected devices.
A removable media attack happens when attackers use portable storage devices - like USB flash drives, external hard drives, or even CDs/DVDs to infect computers or networks with malware or steal data.
Unpatched software refers to programs or systems that have not been updated with the latest fixes or security patches released by developers. These missing updates leave the software vulnerable to attacks.
Any software intentionally designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise a computer system, network, or device without the user's consent.
Unsafe downloads are files or software obtained from untrustworthy or unverified sources that can harm your device or compromise your data. These downloads often contain malware, viruses, or spyware disguised as legitimate programs.
A type of malicious software that pretends to be legitimate antivirus or security software, but is actually designed to trick you into paying for fake services or installing more malware.
A security incident where unauthorised individuals gain access to sensitive, confidential, or protected data often involving personal information, financial records, or login credentials.
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