Defined term

Malware

Malware: Software or firmware intended to perform an unauthorized process that will have adverse impact on the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of…

Also known as: Malicious Applet

Alternative names:
Malicious AppletMalicious CodeMalicious Logic
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Definition

Software or firmware intended to perform an unauthorized process that will have adverse impact on the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of a system. For example, a virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other code-based entity that infects a host. Spyware and some forms of adware are also examples of malware.

Alternative Definitions

Definition 2

See malicious code and malicious logic.

Source: Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015Type: standard
Definition 3

A computer program that is clandestinely placed onto a computer with the intent to compromise the privacy, accuracy, or reliability of the computer’s data, applications, or operating system.

Source: March 2020 CSC ReportType: external
Definition 4

Software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process.

Source: NICCS GlossaryType: standard
Definition 5

Software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009, NIST SP 800-83) (NICCS)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external
Definition 6

Malicious CODE

Source: Electronic Voting GlossaryType: external
Definition 7

Malicious types of software such as adware, spyware, viruses

Source: An Investigation into Foreign Entities Who Are Targeting Servicemembers and Veterans OnlineType: external

Sources

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Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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March 2020 CSC Report
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EAC Glossary of Terms
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EAC Glossary of Election Terms
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NICCS Glossary
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NIST Election Glossary
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The Cyber Glossary
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Electronic Voting Glossary
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An Investigation into Foreign Entities Who Are Targeting Servicemembers and Veterans Online
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