malware

American  

[mal-wair] / ˈmælˌwɛər /

noun

Digital Technology.

1. software intended to damage a computer, mobile device, computer system, or computer network, or to take partial control over its operation.

   tips on finding and removing viruses, spyware, and other malware.

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malware British  

/ ˈmælwɛə /

noun

1. a computer program designed specifically to damage or disrupt a system, such as a virus

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malware Scientific  

/ măl′wâr′ /

1. Software that is written and distributed for malicious purposes, such as impairing or destroying computer systems. Computer viruses are malware.

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Etymology

Origin of malware

First recorded in 1990–95; mal(icious) + -ware

Example Sentences

In this case, if it’s not a phishing scam with malware, it could be a person using this “official” email address to buy and/or sell fake products.

From MarketWatch

Documented cases of malware-embedded email campaigns targeting ground transportation have surged over the past year, driven by advances in remote monitoring management and malware apps, Proofpoint said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The bank's systems were initially compromised in the classic way: through a phishing email opened by an employee which infected the computer network with malware.

From BBC

When someone clicks on a document link in an email, the malware creates an image of a bear alongside a champagne bottle and two champagne glasses.

From Washington Post

“The group has shown the ability to rapidly weaponize newly reported vulnerabilities and has a history of developing and using a large range of custom malware families.”

From Seattle Times