Glossar

A computer virus is a type of malware that is capable of spreading itself and inserting itself into other computer programs or files. In general, a virus only becomes active when the infected code is executed. Once this happens, the … Read More

Cross-site scripting (XSS) is an attack method that specifically targets web applications in order to inject malicious code (usually JavaScript) into a website. This code is then executed unnoticed in the user’s browser when the infected page is accessed. This … Read More

Cybercrime refers to criminal offenses that are committed using computer systems, the internet or other digital technologies. These crimes can be committed by individuals, groups or organizations and can take a variety of forms, including: Phishing: The attempt to steal … Read More

Cybercrime insurance is a special insurance policy that protects companies against financial losses in connection with cybercrime. This type of insurance usually provides protection against losses that can be caused by data theft, hacker attacks, malware infections, ransomware, phishing attacks … Read More

Cyberheist is a term made up of the words “cyber” and “heist” and describes a type of criminal activity in which a thief or group of thieves hacks into a digital facility, such as a bank or financial institution, to … Read More