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Malware

Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-000713

Malicious software designed to disrupt computer operations, gather sensitive information, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. This broad category includes viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, and spyware, each with distinct methods of infection and harmful effects. Malware often spreads through email attachments, compromised websites, or infected removable media.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-CMP-000713
FieldComputing and IT
SubjectSoftware
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-000713",
  "term": "Malware",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "Malicious software designed to disrupt computer operations, gather sensitive information, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. This broad category includes viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, and spyware, each with distinct methods of infection and harmful effects. Malware often spreads through email attachments, compromised websites, or infected removable media.",
  "subject": "Software",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/malware/"
}

Record 782 of 1,553 in Computing and IT terminology (MLC-0101). Request the full dataset.