network intrusion
Breaking digital defenses
Network intrusion is unauthorized access to a computer network, typically to steal data, install malware, or disrupt operations.
The term covers everything from hackers exploiting vulnerabilities to employees accessing systems beyond their privileges.
The firewall detected a network intrusion attempt from overseas.
Intrusion detection systems monitor traffic for suspicious patterns.
- cybercriminalsOnline law breakers
- hackersUnauthorized computer system intruders
- dark webEncrypted, unindexed online networks
- honeypotDecoy system catching attackers
- phishingFraudulent credential harvesting
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Protecting connected systems from threats
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