Digital Security — Intro — Lingadoo Vocabulary Worksheet

Key Vocabulary

Word		Meaning	Example sentence
authentication	n.	the process of checking a user s identity	Two-factor authentication protects accounts.
encryption	n.	a way of protecting data by making it unreadable without a key	Encryption keeps messages private.
firewall	n.	a system that blocks unwanted network access	The firewall stopped the attack.
backup	n./v.	a copy of data kept in case the original is lost	Make a backup of important files.
malware	n.	software designed to damage or access a system illegally	Malware infected the computer.
phishing	n.	a trick that tries to get private information online	Phishing emails can look real.
breach	n.	an incident where private data or systems are accessed illegally	The company reported a data breach.
vulnerability	n.	a weakness that can be attacked	The update fixed a vulnerability.
permission	n.	the right to access or do something	The app asked for permission to use the camera.
data leak	n.	an accidental or illegal release of private data	The data leak affected thousands of users.
scam	n.	a dishonest trick to steal money or information	The website was part of a scam.
suspicious	adj.	seeming strange or possibly dangerous	Do not click a suspicious link.

Common Collocations

authentication: strong authentication, user authentication
encryption: data encryption, end-to-end encryption
firewall: network firewall, firewall settings

backup: cloud backup, backup data
malware: malware attack, remove malware
phishing: phishing scam, phishing email

breach: security breach, major breach
vulnerability: software vulnerability, security vulnerability
permission: app permission, grant permission

data leak: personal data leak, data leak investigation
scam: online scam, avoid a scam
suspicious: suspicious email, suspicious activity

Language Tips

Protection words

Authentication checks who you are. Encryption protects information by making it unreadable without a key.

A firewall helps block unwanted access.

Risk words

Malware is harmful software. Phishing tricks people into giving information.

A vulnerability is a weakness that attackers might use.