Cybersecurity awareness comes with its own language. Terms like social engineering, phishing and deepfakes are used daily, but often misunderstood. On this page, we explain the most important cybersecurity awareness terms in clear and simple language.
Cybersecurity awareness is about recognizing digital risks, understanding how behavior impacts security, and knowing when and how to act. The terms below help explain the concepts, threats, and mechanisms that influence awareness in practice. Each definition gives you a short, practical explanation. If you want to dive deeper into how a topic impacts real organizations and human behavior, you can explore the related cybersecurity awareness content.
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