Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is an attack vector where hackers inject malicious code into a vulnerable web application. XSS differs from other web attack vectors in that it does not directly …
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), also known as XSRF, is an attack method that fools a web browser into performing unwanted actions in a user application. Similar to Phishing Attacks, CSRFs …
Brute Force Attack
A Brute Force Attack is a strategy used by hackers trying to break into your data, password, or network. In this attack a computer, or its Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) will …
Countermeasure
A countermeasure in the cybersecurity world, is an action, procedure, or technique that decreases the likelihood of an attack by minimizing either the harm it can cause or the likelihood …
Attack
An Attack is an attempt to gain unauthorized access to system services, resources, or information, or an attempt to compromise system integrity. In other words, the intentional act of attempting …
Attacker
An Attacker is an individual, group, organization, or government that executes an attack. Not to be confused with a vulnerability. An attack in the physical world might be someone who …
Cyber Criminals
Cyber Criminals are individuals or teams of people who use technology to commit malicious activities on digital devices or networks with the intention of stealing sensitive company information or personal …
Malicious Code
Malicious Code, or sometimes known as “Attack Code” is a program code intended to perform an unauthorized function or process that will have adverse impact on the confidentiality, integrity, or …
Active Attack
An Active Attack is a network exploit where hackers strive to change or exfiltrate data on the target’s network or device. There are several different types of active attacks or …
Antivirus Software
Antivirus Software is a program that monitors a computer or network to detect or identify major types of malicious code and to prevent or contain malware incidents. Sometimes done by …
