Cybersecurity Vocabulary

noun something used to attract fish or other animals for the purpose of catching them

verb to deliberately annoy or taunt someone in order to provoke a reaction

• The fisherman used a worm as bait to attract the fish.
• I heard there's a new bait shop opening up down the street.
• Don't take the bait when he tries to start an argument.
• The company used a free trial as bait to lure in new customers.

noun a wound or mark made by biting

verb to use the teeth to cut into something

• The dog gave a warning growl before delivering a quick bite to the intruder's leg.
• I took a big bite out of the delicious sandwich my mom made for lunch.
• I can't believe she tried to bite my style by copying my outfit.
• His harsh words seemed to bite into her confidence, leaving her feeling small.

noun a method of achieving something by using sheer strength or power, without finesse or strategy

• The encryption was so strong that it could not be cracked through brute force alone.
• He tried to open the jar with brute force, but it wouldn't budge.
• I had to use brute force to get my bike chain unstuck.
• She tackled the difficult problem with brute force, refusing to give up until she found a solution.

noun the process of using computer technology

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• The field of computing continues to advance at a rapid pace.
• I'm really into computing and learning about new technologies.
• Computing is my jam - I love messing around with code and stuff.
• In the vast landscape of knowledge, computing serves as the bridge to endless possibilities.

noun a person who has custody or guardianship

adjective relating to or appropriate for custody or safekeeping

• The custodial staff is responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the office building.
• The custodial team takes care of all the cleaning around here.
• I heard the custodial crew is throwing a party after work.
• The custodial duty of keeping the peace fell on the shoulders of the mediator.

noun the science of communication and control in animals, humans, and machines

• Cybernetics is the study of communication and control in living organisms and machines.
• I find cybernetics fascinating because it explores how systems can communicate and regulate themselves.
• Cybernetics is like the brain of a machine, controlling its functions and responses.
• In a way, cybernetics is like the conductor of an orchestra, coordinating all the different parts to create a harmonious whole.

adjective used to describe someone or something that is intended to defend against attack or criticism

• The defensive strategy implemented by the team proved to be effective in preventing the opponent from scoring.
• She always gets defensive whenever someone criticizes her work.
• Why are you being so defensive about it? Chill out.
• His defensive walls were up, making it hard for anyone to get through to him emotionally.

noun the act of detecting or discovering something

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• The early detection of cancer is crucial for successful treatment.
• They used advanced technology for early detection of the virus.
• I have a sixth sense for detection of lies.
• His detection of her true feelings was like a detective solving a mystery.

verb to escape or avoid, especially by cleverness or trickery

• The suspect attempted to evade capture by fleeing the scene.
• He always tries to evade doing his chores by coming up with excuses.
• She managed to evade the cops by taking a back alley.
• The politician tried to evade answering the tough questions during the interview.

noun A point or place of entry or exit; a portal or entrance.

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• The gateway to the city was adorned with intricate carvings and statues.
• The gateway to the party is through the back door.
• I found a secret gateway to get into the concert without waiting in line.
• Education is often seen as the gateway to a successful future.

verb to cut or chop with repeated and irregular blows

pronoun referring to a specific thing previously mentioned or easily identified

• It is important to follow proper procedures rather than trying to hack it.
• If you want to save time, just hack it and get it done quickly.
• I'm going to hack it and make it work no matter what.
• Sometimes you just have to hack it and find a creative solution to the problem.

verb to make or become hard or harder

• The steel was heated to a specific temperature to harden it.
• You need to harden up and face the reality of the situation.
• I need to toughen up and harden myself for the challenges ahead.
• His heart had hardened over the years, making him less compassionate towards others.

verb to pursue and capture or kill someone or something

adverb in a manner that involves pursuing and capturing or killing someone or something

• The police were able to hunt down the suspect and make an arrest.
• I'm going to hunt down that missing sock before I do laundry.
• Let's hunt down some snacks before the movie starts.
• She was determined to hunt down the truth behind the mysterious disappearance.

adjective characterized by intrusion or tending to spread harmfully

• The invasive species has caused harm to the local ecosystem.
• Those invasive plants are taking over the garden.
• I can't stand those invasive neighbors always asking questions.
• Her invasive thoughts kept her up at night.

verb to render something invalid or null

adjective having been declared invalid or null

• The contract was invalidated due to a technicality in the wording.
• They said my excuse was invalid, so I couldn't get out of going to the party.
• The referee totally invalidated that call, it was so unfair.
• Her harsh words invalidated all of his efforts to make amends.

verb to prevent someone or something from entering or accessing a particular place or area

• Please remember to keep out of the restricted area.
• Hey, make sure you keep out of that room, it's off limits.
• Dude, you better keep out of there if you know what's good for you.
• It's important to keep out of other people's business to avoid unnecessary drama.

noun a device operated by a key, combination, or keycard and used to secure a door, gate, or container

verb to fasten or secure with a lock

adjective relating to something that is securely fastened or closed with a lock

preposition used in phrases like 'lock in' or 'lock up' to indicate securing or confining something

• Please remember to lock the door before leaving the office.
• Hey, don't forget to lock up when you're done.
• Make sure you lock that bad boy tight!
• She felt like her heart was under lock and key, guarded from any potential hurt.

verb To act cautiously or avoid taking risks in order to avoid danger or harm.

• It is always advisable to play safe when investing in the stock market.
• Hey, let's play safe and wear helmets while biking.
• Dude, let's play it safe and not mess with that guy.
• She decided to play safe and not reveal her true feelings.

verb to defend or guard from attack, harm, or danger

• It is the government's duty to protect its citizens from external threats.
• Make sure to protect your skin from the sun by wearing sunscreen.
• I'll have your back and protect you from any drama.
• She built walls around her heart to protect herself from getting hurt.

noun the action of protecting someone or something

• The government has implemented strict laws for the protection of endangered species.
• Make sure to wear sunscreen for protection from the sun.
• I always carry pepper spray with me for some extra protection.
• His tough exterior was just a form of self-protection from getting hurt.

verb to officially cancel or invalidate a decision, law, or agreement

• The government has decided to revoke the company's operating license.
• They're going to revoke his membership if he keeps causing trouble.
• If you don't follow the rules, they'll totally revoke your privileges.
• She felt like life had decided to revoke all her chances at happiness.

verb to mix or stir quickly and vigorously, typically in cooking

adjective mixed up or disordered

• The chef prepared a plate of scrambled eggs for breakfast.
• I love it when my mom makes scrambled eggs for me.
• I can't believe he scrambled out of there so quickly.
• Her thoughts were all scrambled after the long day at work.

verb to take hold of suddenly and forcibly; grasp

• The police were able to seize the stolen goods during the raid.
• I'm going to seize the opportunity to ask her out on a date.
• Let's seize the day and go on a road trip!
• Don't let fear seize control of your life.

verb to undermine or overthrow something, such as a government or authority

• The group attempted to subvert the government through a series of covert operations.
• She's always trying to subvert the rules to get her way.
• They're planning to subvert the system and make some quick cash.
• His words were meant to subvert the traditional beliefs and challenge the status quo.

adjective characterized by secrecy or stealth; sneaky

• The spy made a surreptitious entrance into the enemy's headquarters.
• She took a surreptitious peek at his phone while he was in the bathroom.
• The pickpocket made a surreptitious move to snatch the wallet.
• The artist's surreptitious brush strokes added depth to the painting.

adjective likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing

• Individuals with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to infections.
• People who don't take care of their health are more susceptible to getting sick.
• If you keep eating junk food, you'll be more susceptible to feeling gross.
• His ego is so fragile that he is highly susceptible to criticism.

verb to communicate an intention to inflict harm or punishment on someone or something

• The company issued a formal warning to the employee who was found to threaten their colleagues.
• I heard that someone is threatening to quit if they don't get a raise soon.
• Don't let that bully threaten you like that, stand up for yourself!
• The dark clouds threaten to ruin our outdoor picnic plans.

noun a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, etc.

adjective done for the sake of appearances or as a symbolic gesture

• The company issued a token to represent ownership of a portion of the business.
• I used a token to play a game at the arcade.
• He gave me a token of his appreciation for helping him out.
• Her smile was a token of her gratitude for the gift.

noun a person who does not have official permission or approval

adjective not having official permission or approval

• The employee was terminated for accessing unauthorized files on the company server.
• I heard he got in trouble for looking at unauthorized stuff on his work computer.
• She got busted for checking out unauthorized content online.
• Opening that door without permission is like entering an unauthorized zone.

noun the action of revealing the true identity or nature of someone or something

• The detective's unmasking of the criminal was a key moment in solving the case.
• I can't wait to see the unmasking of the mystery celebrity on the reality show.
• The gossip blog promised an unmasking of the latest scandal in Hollywood.
• The artist's use of light and shadow creates an unmasking effect, revealing the true emotion behind the subject's face.

noun a group of individuals organized to conduct online propaganda or disinformation campaigns

• Cyber troops are government-sponsored teams that engage in online propaganda and disinformation campaigns.
• I heard that cyber troops are paid to spread fake news on social media.
• Those cyber troops are really good at trolling people on the internet.
• The company's marketing team acted like cyber troops, aggressively promoting their products online.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• Number spoofing is a fraudulent practice where scammers manipulate the caller ID to appear as a different number.
• I received a call from a number spoofing scammer pretending to be the IRS.
• Watch out for those sneaky scammers using number spoofing to trick people.
• In the digital age, number spoofing is like wearing a mask to hide your true identity over the phone.

noun a drop of clear salty liquid secreted by glands in a person's eye when they cry or when the eye is irritated

verb to move very quickly and in a way that causes damage

preposition to move through something quickly and forcefully

• The hurricane's strong winds were able to tear through the city, causing widespread damage.
• I watched as the kids tore through the pile of presents on Christmas morning.
• The new rapper's lyrics can tear through any competition in the music industry.
• Her words had the power to tear through his heart, leaving him feeling broken.

noun a wrestling move or technique in which one person brings another to the ground typically by grabbing hold of their legs or torso

adjective used to describe something that is designed to bring someone or something down or defeat them

• The police executed a successful takedown of the criminal organization.
• Did you see that epic takedown in the wrestling match last night?
• I heard he got into a takedown with his ex-girlfriend at the party.
• The CEO's decision to cut costs was a takedown of the company's bloated expenses.

verb to utterly defeat or dominate someone in a video game or online competition, often used in a taunting or boastful manner

• The cybersecurity breach resulted in many accounts being pwned.
• I totally pwned that video game boss last night.
• You just got pwned in that online match!
• Her quick wit always pwned any argument she encountered.

noun the act of transferring data between two devices, typically a computer and a mobile device, via a direct connection or external storage

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• Sideloading refers to the process of transferring data between devices using a cable or wireless connection.
• I always sideload my favorite music onto my phone instead of using streaming services.
• Hey, can you help me sideload this app onto my tablet?
• She was sideloading her emotions, trying to appear calm on the surface while feeling anxious inside.

noun a blend of the words 'stalker' and 'paparazzi', referring to aggressive paparazzi photographers who stalk celebrities

• The stalkerazzi's unethical behavior was condemned by the media ethics committee.
• The stalkerazzi were lurking outside the celebrity's house again.
• Those stalkerazzi are always trying to get a scoop on the stars.
• The stalkerazzi's constant surveillance felt like a violation of privacy.

noun a term used to describe the physical world or reality, as opposed to the virtual world or cyberspace

• The concept of meatspace refers to the physical world as opposed to the digital realm.
• I prefer meeting people in meatspace rather than just chatting online.
• Let's take this conversation from the virtual world to meatspace.
• His mind was always wandering in the digital realm, rarely present in meatspace.

noun the principle that internet service providers should enable access to all content and applications regardless of the source, and without favoring or blocking particular websites or services

• The debate over net neutrality continues to be a hot topic in the telecommunications industry.
• I heard that the government is trying to pass some laws about net neutrality.
• I don't want my internet provider messing with my net neutrality.
• Net neutrality is like the traffic cop of the internet, ensuring all data is treated equally.

noun a device that synthesizes the human voice by encoding it as a series of signals

• The vocoder is a device used to analyze and synthesize the human voice for various audio applications.
• I love playing around with the vocoder on my music software to create cool vocal effects.
• Have you heard that new song with the crazy vocoder effects? It's fire!
• The vocoder of social media filters can distort reality and create a false impression of perfection.

noun e-Asbo - a digital or electronic version of an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO), typically used for monitoring and restricting online behavior

• The local council implemented an e-Asbo system to monitor and enforce online behavior.
• I heard they're giving out e-Asbos for cyberbullying now.
• Watch out, you might get an e-Asbo for trolling on social media.
• His constant negative comments earned him an e-Asbo from the online community.

noun the process of limiting access to certain information or resources

• The company implemented strict access control measures to protect sensitive data.
• Make sure you have the right access control to get into the building after hours.
• I had to show my badge to the bouncer for access control to the VIP section.
• Having good access control in your life can help you filter out negative influences.

noun the ability or right to use or enter something

verb to obtain or retrieve information or data from a storage device or system

• The user accesses the database through a secure login portal.
• She accesses all her emails from her phone.
• He accesses all the latest movies online for free.
• The artist accesses his inner emotions to create his masterpieces.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'accessing' which indicates the act of gaining entry or retrieving information

• Accessing sensitive information without proper authorization is strictly prohibited.
• Hey, have you tried accessing the new database yet?
• I heard he got caught accessing the restricted files, what a hacker!
• Accessing her emotions was like trying to unlock a vault of secrets.