In each case match the definition in the column on the left with the correct term on the right.
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An umbrella term that describes any malicious program or code that is harmful to systems.
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Unwanted bulk messages sent over the internet for the purposes of marketing, phishing, spreading malware, etc.
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Any piece of information that reveals something about your identity (name, age, date of birth, address, phone number, passwords, etc.).
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A form of malware that locks you out of your device and/or encrypts your files, then forces you to pay a ransom to regain access.
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A cyberattack in which the attacker poses as a trusted person or organisation to trick potential victims into sharing sensitive information or sending them money.
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A more personalised, targeted phishing attack that is directed at a specific individual or organisation.
A.
Personal information
B.
Spear phishing
C.
Spam
D.
Malware or malicious software
E.
Phishing
F.
Ransomware
D. Malware or malicious software
C. Spam
A. Personal information
F. Ransomware
E. Phishing
B. Spear phishing