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Definition of cyberattack

cyberattack

/ˈsaɪbɚəˌtæk/
cy · ber · at · tack
Plural:cyberattacks
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Past Simple:cyberattacked
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Past Participle:cyberattacked
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Present Participle:cyberattacking
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cyberattack Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An attempt by hackers or malicious actors to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system, network, or digital device.

Example

"The hospital had to temporarily postpone non-emergency procedures while technicians recovered data following a major cyberattack."

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• verb

1

To launch a digital assault against a computer system, network, or organization in order to disrupt operations or steal data.

Example

"Security analysts warned that foreign syndicates might attempt to cyberattack critical financial infrastructure before the holiday weekend."

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• Nearby Words

cyan
cyanide
cyber
cyberattack
cyberattacker
cyberbully
cyberbullying

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cyberattack. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cyberattack
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