Internet security

Internet security

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recursive scan

Internet; Internet security

The process of scanning everything in a folder, including subfolders.

Malicious software created by a hacker that encrypts the hard drive of the PC it infects. The hacker then extorts money from the PC’s owner in exchange for decryption software to make the PC’s data ...

in-the-cloud detection

Internet; Internet security

This type of detection is derived by querying remote servers using the Internet.

beaming

Internet; Internet security

This process includes sharing data between wireless infrared-capable, handheld devices. Information transferred through this method automatically stores in the proper application on the receiver’s ...

smash and grab

Internet; Internet security

This is a cyber-attack where the perpetrator attempts to access as much information as possible before being discovered.

spear phishing

Internet; Internet security

An email spoofing attack on a specific organization with the goal of acquiring sensitive information, such as user names and passwords. The attacks normally target those in positions of power who ...

anti-replay protocol

Internet; Internet security

The anti-replay protocol is part of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) standard. Anti-replay ensures IP packet-level security by making it impossible for a ...