The human mind loves to categorize things, and malware is no exception. We here at CSO have done our part: our malware explainer breaks down malware based on how it spreads (self-propagating worms, ...

A computer virus is a type of malware that can replicate itself on your computer and spread to other devices.

The word 'virus' gets tossed around a lot. Here's what actually counts, what to watch for, and how to stay two clicks ahead A computer virus is a type of program that, much like a regular virus, ...

Malware includes viruses, worms, adware, spyware, and ransomware — they all work differently but tend to cause similar ...

It's important to know the signs of a virus, so that you can act quickly to get rid of any malware and stay safe in future. A virus is a type of malicious software, or malware, that can replicate ...

Three academic computer geeks recently caused an outbreak of panic amongst the business press by announcing that they had created the world's first computer virus hosted on an RFID tag. They described ...

Malware is shorthand for malicious software. It is software developed by cyber attackers with the intention of gaining access or causing damage to a computer or network, often while the victim remains ...