cybersecurity
noun
cy·ber·se·cu·ri·ty
ˈsī-bər-si-ˌkyu̇r-ə-tē 
: measures taken to protect a computer or computer system (as on the Internet) against unauthorized access or attack
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The audit from Mautino also identified weaknesses in the IFA’s cybersecurity programs and control of confidential information.
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Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
This cybersecurity defense competition challenges students to take on the role of IT professionals defending computer systems from cyber threats.
—Tracy Trobridge, Baltimore Sun, 3 May 2026
In November 2025, cybersecurity firm Proofpoint released a report on the same topic, adding that hackers were mainly going after trucking and logistics firms, mainly in the food and beverage industry.
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Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
This cybersecurity defense competition challenges students to take on the role of IT professionals defending computer systems from cyber threats.
—Tracy Trobridge, Baltimore Sun, 3 May 2026
In November 2025, cybersecurity firm Proofpoint released a report on the same topic, adding that hackers were mainly going after trucking and logistics firms, mainly in the food and beverage industry.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 2 May 2026
Wolfe initiates Rubrik as outperform Wolfe says the cybersecurity company is firing on all cylinders.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 1 May 2026
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“Cybersecurity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cybersecurity. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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cybersecurity
noun
cy·ber·se·cu·ri·ty
ˈsī-bər-si-ˈkyu̇r-ə-tē
: measures taken to protect a computer or computer system (as on the Internet) against unauthorized access or attack
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