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What is Cyber Security? - Match-up

Match-up definitions and answers with key terms and examples. Press submit to check your answers.

Cyber security
Cyber attack
Financial gain
Data and information theft
Fun or challenge
Disrupting a business
Personal attack


Answers
A deliberate attempt to break into, damage or interfere with a computer system, network or stored data.
A motive where a particular person or organisation is targeted, often out of revenge or to cause harm.
The practice of protecting systems, devices, networks and programs from digital threats, unauthorised access or damage.
A motive where attackers take private details like usernames, passwords and addresses to sell on.
A motive where attackers make money, for example by obtaining bank details or demanding a ransom.
A motive where attackers stop a company's systems or website from working so it cannot trade.
A motive where attackers try to prove they are skilled enough to break into a system.
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