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malware

/ˈmælwɛr/  ·  say it: MAL·wair

software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access

In Technology & Computing

In more detail

1. (noun) software that is designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system or steal data

2. (noun) any harmful or malicious computer program, including viruses, worms, spyware, and ransomware

Examples

• 1. The company's network was infected with malware that stole customer information.
• 2. Make sure to install antivirus software to protect your computer from malware.

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