Malware

Threats

Spyware Ransomware Trojan Exploit

Harmful software that steals or damages.

Definition

Malware is software made to harm you—by stealing data, spying, locking files, or taking control of a device.

In plain English Harmful software that steals or damages.

Why it matters: Malware can expose private messages, photos, passwords, and even financial data.

Example: A malicious app steals your saved passwords.

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

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