malware
- Scope note
- Programs written to disrupt or damage computers or other electronic devices. Malware may include viruses, worms, spyware, or trojans, and typically infects personal computers through e-mail, Web sites, or periferal hardware devices. Malware may be used to take over PCs to create shadow networks to deliver spam or perform denial of service attacks on Web sites.
- Date of creation: 18-Nov-2024
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024