Key Terms and Definitions
Glossary
A reference list of 360 Privacy’s product and platform terms, written in plain language for use on the website or in sales/support materials.
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Account Takeover
When a cybercriminal gains unauthorized access to someone’s online account — such as email, social media, or banking — by stealing credentials or exploiting security gaps. Victims are often locked out while their account is used for fraud or identity theft.
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Background Check Sites
Websites that aggregate and publish personal information from public records — including your name, address, phone number, relatives, and property details. These sites profit by selling access to your data and are a primary source of unwanted privacy exposure.
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Compromised Credentials
Login credentials — typically usernames and passwords — that have been stolen in a data breach, obtained via phishing, or purchased on dark web marketplaces. Compromised credentials are frequently used in account takeover attacks and identity fraud schemes.
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