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Definitions for common terms and phrases related to security threats, vulnerabilities, and technology.
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network aware
Internet; Internet security
The state of a virus or worm when one of its propagation methods is to search the network for open shares.
logic bomb
Internet; Internet security
Also known as time bomb, a program that allows a Trojan to lie dormant and then attack when the conditions are just right. Triggers for logic bombs include a change in a file, a particular series of ...
handheld device
Internet; Internet security
A small device with wireless capability, such as a pocket PC, personal digital assistant (PDA), or cell phone.
heuristic analysis
Internet; Internet security
A method of scanning that looks for virus-like behavior patterns or activities. Most leading anti-virus packages have a heuristic scanning method to detect new or not-yet-known viruses in the field.
zero-day threats, zero-day vulnerabilities
Internet; Internet security
Also known as zero-hour threats and vulnerabilities, they include threats that immediately exploit a newly discovered vulnerability.
host computer
Internet; Internet security
Any computer that has full two-way access to other computers on the Internet.
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