An abbreviated Malware/Threat Dictionary

An Abbbreviated Malware/Threat Dictionary:

...from http://www.ddj.com/security/212700118

Some examples of the major threats in today's cyber world are discussed below in alphabetical order:

Authentication, Authorization, and Access.

Back door.
Botnets.
Browser hijackers.

Cookies.

Cyberextortion.
Cyberstalking.

Denial of service.
Electromagnetic pulse (EMP).
Electromagnetic radiation.

Hacking.
Identity theft.

Keystroke loggers.

Phishing.

Physical security.
Piracy.

Rootkits.

Spam.

Spyware.

Trojans.
Viruses.
Whaling.
Wireless security leaks.
Worms.