Definitions

1. noun

Software designed to secretly monitor or steal information from a computer or mobile device without the user’s consent.

“The company’s computer system was infected with malicious spyware that sent sensitive data to hackers.”

2. verb

To install or use software designed to secretly monitor or steal information from a computer or mobile device without the user’s consent.

“The spyware was deliberately installed on the employee’s laptop to track their online activities.”