Cyberattack
Attack on a computer system
Summary
A cyberattack occurs when there is an unauthorized action against computer infrastructure that compromises the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of its content.
Originally created by Ian.Kovac
12/14/2012, 4:27:59 AM
Modified
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I Know I Got Harassed.
I Censored.
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about cybercrime
about vulnerability on computer security
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