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The idea that users are the weakest link because they can be tricked or behave carelessly.
Tricking people into giving away passwords, money or access by exploiting human trust.
Obtaining data by monitoring network traffic or physically taking a device that stores it.
Two or more methods used together, such as a fake email that also installs harmful software.
Using software to guess passwords by trying many combinations until unauthorised access is gained.
The harm an attacker can cause, such as data being stolen or locked, or systems going offline.
Harmful software installed through attachments, downloads or infected drives to steal, damage or lock data.
Entering database code into a web form to read, change or delete stored information.
Sending fake messages that appear to be from a trusted organisation to steal personal details.
Flooding a server with so much traffic that it cannot respond to genuine users.
A method used by a criminal to harm a computer system or the data it holds.