Software or firmware intended to perform an unauthorized process that will have adverse impact on the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an information system. A virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other code-based entity that infects a host. Spyware and some forms of adware are also examples of malicious code. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4
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Software or firmware intended to perform an unauthorized process that will have adverse impact on the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an information system. A virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other code-based entity that infects a host. Spyware and some forms of adware are also examples of malicious code. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Malicious Code. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 15, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/malicious-code
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