malware

Virus

A type of malware that attaches itself to legitimate programs or files and replicates when the infected program is executed. Viruses can corrupt data, slow systems, and spread across networks.

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Malware

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Malicious software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. Malware includes viruse...

Trojan

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Worm

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Self-replicating malware that spreads across networks without requiring user interaction or a host program. Worms exploi...

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