Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
Guardians of Digital Fortresses
Moderate difficulty suitable for most players
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Across
- 1. Group of hijacked computers used in cyberattacks
- 2. Network barrier that blocks unauthorized access
- 7. Short for a process verifying user identity
- 8. Process of encoding data to prevent unauthorized reading
- 9. A self-replicating program that can infect files
Down
- 3. Deceptive attempt to steal sensitive information via email
- 4. Software that secretly gathers user information
- 5. Malware disguised as legitimate software
- 6. Malicious software designed to harm or exploit systems
- 10. Potential consequence of a security breach
- 11. Update to fix security vulnerabilities in software