Threats-Defined-by-Behavior

by Online Editor · Published October , 2018 · Updated October , 2018

Viruses, worms, and Trojans are defined by the way they spread. Other malicious programs take their names from what they do. Spyware, not surprisingly, refers to software that spies on your computer and steals your passwords or other personal information. Many modern antivirus programs include components specifically designed for spyware protection.