Malware
Software that is designed to cause damage to a computer.
Phishing
Impersonating a legitimate source to trick users to reveal sensitive information such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, PIN numbers, etc.
Ransomware
Type of malware designed to block access to a computer or files until a sum of money is paid.
Spyware
Type of malware that gathers and transmits information about a user’s activities back to an attacker.
Trojan
Type of malware that misleads users of its true intent.
Virus
Type of malware that modifies legitimate computer programs by inserting its own code.
VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Creates a secure connection across a public network session.
