malware

/ˈmælwɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

Software that is designed to harm or exploit a computer system, such as viruses, Trojan horses, or spyware.

“The company’s IT department worked to remove the malware from the infected computer.”

Synonyms

  • Trojan
  • spyware
  • virus

Antonyms

  • antivirus
  • security software