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malware program

[ ˈmælˌwɛər ˈproʊˌɡræm ]

Noun

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computer security

Malware program is a malicious software designed to harm or exploit a computer system. These programs can include viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, adware, and other types of malicious code.

Synonyms

malicious program, malicious software, malware.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
malware program	Identical entry, please refer to the first definition provided above. Identical entry, please refer to the first examples provided above
malicious software	Similarly used as 'malicious program' but typically in more formal or academic contexts. It often describes the broader category of harmful software rather than specific instances. The study focused on the impact of malicious software on financial institutions Protecting your network from malicious software is essential for business security
malware	A widely used and recognized term in both everyday language and professional settings to describe any software intended to harm or exploit any programmable device or network. Make sure your systems are protected against malware They published a report on the latest trends in malware attacks
malicious program	Used in both technical and casual conversations to describe any program with harmful intent. It emphasizes the intent more than the technical nature of the program. Be careful of malicious programs that you might download from untrusted websites The security update aims to protect against new malicious programs

Examples of usage

Be careful when downloading files from unknown sources to prevent malware program infections.
Running regular antivirus scans can help detect and remove malware programs from your device.

Translations

Translations of the word "malware program" in other languages:

🇵🇹 programa de malware

🇮🇳 मैलवेयर प्रोग्राम

🇩🇪 Malware-Programm

🇮🇩 program malware

🇺🇦 програма зловмисного програмного забезпечення

🇵🇱 program złośliwego oprogramowania

🇯🇵 マルウェアプログラム (マルウェアプログラム)

🇫🇷 programme malveillant

🇪🇸 programa malicioso

🇹🇷 kötü amaçlı yazılım programı

🇰🇷 악성 프로그램

🇸🇦 برنامج ضار

🇨🇿 škodlivý program

🇸🇰 škodlivý program

🇨🇳 恶意软件程序

🇸🇮 zlonamerni program

🇮🇸 skaðleg forrit

🇰🇿 зиянды бағдарлама

🇬🇪 მავნე პროგრამა

🇦🇿 zərərli proqram

🇲🇽 programa malicioso

Etymology

The term 'malware program' originated from the combination of 'malicious' and 'software'. The concept of malicious software has been around since the early days of computing, with the first known computer virus appearing in the 1970s. As technology has advanced, so have the capabilities and complexities of malware programs, making them a constant threat to cybersecurity.