: software designed to interfere with a computer's normal functioning
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Incorporate fresh data into the models, such as new malware samples and recent system logs, to keep the system adept at recognizing the latest threats.
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Maxwell Alles, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
In some cases, the hackers infect the same machine with numerous malware specimens, and hit so many targets that ESET hasn't even been able to identify all of the group's victims, despite closely tracking Gamaredon's campaigns.
—Andy Greenberg, Wired News, 14 Apr. 2025
There’s an ad blocker to cut down on intrusive ads and malware protection to help keep your devices safe from online threats.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Aura Cost Plans from $9 to $25 per month, billed annually
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Protects against identity theft, financial fraud, spam calls, online theft, scam websites, viruses and malware.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2025
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Maxwell Alles, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
In some cases, the hackers infect the same machine with numerous malware specimens, and hit so many targets that ESET hasn't even been able to identify all of the group's victims, despite closely tracking Gamaredon's campaigns.
—Andy Greenberg, Wired News, 14 Apr. 2025
There’s an ad blocker to cut down on intrusive ads and malware protection to help keep your devices safe from online threats.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Aura Cost Plans from $9 to $25 per month, billed annually
Standout features
Protects against identity theft, financial fraud, spam calls, online theft, scam websites, viruses and malware.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2025
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“Malware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malware. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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malware
noun
mal·ware
ˈmal-ˌwer 
: software that is designed to interfere with a computer's normal functioning and that can be used to commit cybercrime (as by revealing passwords, PINs, and other sensitive data)
Etymology
mal- bad + software
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