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Malware

Also known as scumware, malware is a type of software program that has been intentionally designed to change a user's settings without his or her permission, delete a competing software program, cause a competing software program to stop working, and/or leave a computer open to attacks.
  • Additional information about Spyware, Malware, Adware programs being installed and/or your browser being hijacked can be found on document CH000578.
  • Information about how your computer becomes infected with spyware, viruses and other malware can be found on document CH001045.

Also see: Crapware, Dialer, Scareware, Software, Spyware

 

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