Primary definition
a general term encompassing all types of malicious software on computers and electronic devices
Also known asmalware · malicious software · malicious code · malware threat · cyber threat
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— NICCS GlossaryView source
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NICCS
a general term encompassing all types of malicious software on computers and electronic devices
NICCS Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Threatware. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/threatware
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