Some Malicious Programs Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	noun • computer software that obtains information from a user's computer without the user's knowledge or consent
	36%	10		Malicious programs that block file access
	noun • malicious software that makes a computer unusable unless a payment is made to the attacker
	27%	9		It scans and cleans malicious files and programs on a computer
	noun • A piece of software that is used to detect, delete and or neutralize computer-based viruses.

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