cyber threat
/ˈsaɪbər ˈθrɛt/ · cy·ber threat
noun
- A potential or actual malicious act that targets computer systems, networks, or digital information. The company’s security team conducted a risk assessment after detecting a new cyber threat targeting its email servers.
- Any circumstance or vulnerability that could be exploited to cause harm in the digital realm. Outdated software can become a cyber threat if left unpatched.
Synonyms
cyber riskdigital threatonline threatnetwork threatinformation‑security threatmalware riskhacker threatcyberattack risk
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase "cyber threat" surged in usage after the 2007 cyber‑espionage incident known as Operation Aurora, prompting governments to create dedicated cyber‑threat intelligence units.