Glossary of Terms

Malware

Keyword Definition
Adware Malware that displays unwanted advertisements or redirects browsers to advertising websites.
Keylogger Malware that records keystrokes on a computer without the user's knowledge, often used to steal login credentials or sensitive information.
Malware Malicious software designed to harm or exploit computers or networks.
Phishing A technique used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information by posing as a trustworthy entity.
Ransomware Malware that encrypts a victim's files or locks their computer, demanding a ransom for their release.
Rootkit Malware that enables unauthorized access to a computer, while hiding its presence from the user and antivirus software.
Spyware Malware that secretly gathers information about a person or organization without their consent.
Trojan A type of malware disguised as legitimate software, which allows unauthorized access to a computer or network.
Virus A type of malware that self-replicates and infects other files or systems.
Worm A self-contained program that replicates itself and spreads across a network, often consuming system resources.