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Network Security Risks - Match-up

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Penetration testing
Ethical hacking
White box penetration testing
Black box penetration testing
Vulnerability
Network security
Black hat hacking


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A security test where the tester has no inside knowledge of the system, simulating an external attack.
A security test where the tester has inside knowledge of the system, such as passwords and network layout.
Using the same methods as a criminal attacker, but with the owner's permission, to find and fix weaknesses.
A weakness in a computer system or network that an attacker could exploit to gain unauthorised access.
Accessing a computer system or its data without permission in order to cause damage or steal information.
The measures taken to protect a computer network and its data from unauthorised access, damage or theft.
Deliberately trying to find security weaknesses in a system by simulating an attack to identify potential entry points.
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