Challenge yourself with puzzles designed to test and expand your knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, trends, and terminology. Whether you’re an expert or new to the field, these puzzles are a fun way to stay engaged with the latest in cybersecurity.

Across:
1. A secret set of characters used for authentication
3. Process of converting information into a code
7. October marks National Cybersecurity ___ Month
8. The core of what cybersecurity aims to protect
Down:
1. Deceptive attempt to obtain sensitive information
2. Software that demands payment from users
4. Program developed by criminals to cause harm
5. Deceptive emails often request this personal code
6. Advisable action for compromised login credentials
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