Definition To gain access to an account or system securely, users can activate Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). This is an extra level of security that requires that users verify their identity using two different authentication factors. The two factors typically...
Definition Malware (Malicious Software) is a broad term for any software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer, network, or website. Common types of malware include spyware, viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, and adware. Malware can...
Definition A DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) attack is a cyberattack in which hackers overwhelm a website, server, or network with excessive traffic, making it slow or completely unavailable to users. These attacks are launched using botnets (networks of infected...
Definition A firewall is a security system that monitors, filters, and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined security rules. It acts as a barrier between a trusted internal network (like a website or business system) and untrusted external...
Definition HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) encrypts data between a user’s browser and a website–a secure version of HTTP. It uses SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) to ensure that information, such as passwords, payment details, and personal data, is...
