MALWARE

Malware

Malware, short for malicious software, is software used to disrupt computer operation, gather sensitive information, or gain access to private computer systems. It can appear in the form of code, scripts, active content, and other software. 'Malware' is a general term used to refer to a variety of forms of hostile or intrusive software.

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malware

Noun

  1. Software which has been designed to operate in a malicious, undesirable manner.


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