Jericho Security | Glossary

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Zero-Day Vulnerability

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:08:41 GMT

Definition:

A zero-day vulnerability refers to a software or hardware flaw that is unknown to the vendor and has no available patch. Attackers exploit these vulnerabilities before the vendor is aware of the issue, giving them a critical window of opportunity.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) Attacks

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:06:48 GMT

Definition:

Cross-site scripting (XSS) is a type of web attack where attackers inject malicious scripts into websites, which are then executed by users’ browsers. These scripts can steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious sites, or deface websites.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Worm

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:04:44 GMT

Definition:

A worm is a type of malware that replicates itself to spread to other computers or devices, often without any user intervention. Worms exploit vulnerabilities in software or networks to propagate quickly.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Whaling

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:03:07 GMT

Definition:

Whaling is a specific type of phishing attack that targets high-profile individuals within an organization, such as executives or key decision-makers, using personalized and often sophisticated methods.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Web Attacks

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 20:01:29 GMT

Definition:

Web attacks are cyberattacks that target websites and web applications, exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access, deface websites, or steal data. Common types include SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and denial of service (DoS) attacks.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Vulnerability Assessment

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:59:23 GMT

Definition:

A vulnerability assessment is the process of identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing security vulnerabilities in systems, applications, and networks to determine where weaknesses exist and how they can be mitigated.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Vulnerability

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:57:13 GMT

Definition:

A vulnerability is a weakness or flaw in a system, software, or network that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access, cause damage, or disrupt operations.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Voice Phishing

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:55:30 GMT

Definition:

Voice phishing, or vishing, is a type of phishing attack conducted over the phone, where attackers impersonate trusted entities to trick individuals into providing sensitive information.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | Virtual Private Network

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:53:38 GMT

Definition:

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a secure tunnel between two or more devices that allows users to access the internet or private networks securely and anonymously by encrypting their internet traffic.

Jericho's Cybersecurity Glossary | User Interface Spoofing

Jericho Security Team — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 19:51:50 GMT

Definition:

User Interface (UI) spoofing is a type of cyberattack where attackers manipulate the appearance of a website or application to trick users into interacting with malicious elements, such as fake buttons or forms.