Word of the Day – March 26, 2019

cyberattack

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun An attempt to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer, computer system, or electronic communications network. An attack, via cyberspace, targeting an institution for the purpose of disrupting, disabling, destroying, or maliciously controlling a computing environment/infrastructure; destroying the integrity of the data; or stealing controlled information. (used 1 times in citations and controls)
Noun A cyberspace attack targeting an enterprises use of cyberspace to disrupt, disable, destroy, or maliciously control a computing environment or infrastructure; or destroy the integrity of the data or steal controlled information. (used 115 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural cyberattacks
Plural Possessive cyberattacks'
Possessive cyberattack's

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