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ciberataque
/θi.βeɾ.aˈta.ke/
cyberattack
El ciberataque paralizó los sistemas bancarios durante horas.
The cyberattack paralyzed the banking systems for hours.
Technology
technical
A deliberate and malicious attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, or data, typically for financial gain, espionage, or political motives.
Los hackers lanzaron un ciberataque contra la red gubernamental.
The hackers launched a cyberattack against the government network.
Las empresas deben protegerse contra ciberataques con firewalls y software de seguridad.
Companies must protect themselves against cyberattacks with firewalls and security software.
The term is often used in the context of cybersecurity, digital warfare, and online crime.
Collocations
lanzar un ciberataqueto launch a cyberattackdefenderse contra ciberataquesto defend against cyberattacksciberataque masivomassive cyberattack
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'ciberataque' to refer to any malicious digital attack, whether it involves hacking, malware, or data breaches.
Gold Rule
Technical Context
In technical contexts, 'ciberataque' is often used alongside terms like 'malware', 'phishing', and 'ransomware'.
Word Origin
Derived from 'ciber-' (cyber-) and 'ataque' (attack), reflecting the digital nature of the threat.
Usage Notes
The term is commonly used in news reports, cybersecurity discussions, and IT-related contexts. It emphasizes the digital nature of the attack, distinguishing it from physical attacks.
Word Breakdown
ciber-
cyber- (relating to computers or virtual reality)
prefix-ataque
attack
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