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See Spyware: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malware https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malware "Programs designed to monitor users' web browsing, display unsolicited

• ImPostingOnHN 9mo ago
  Well, that's clearly incorrect: software displaying unsolicited advertisements is called adware, and requires no spying at all. > Spyware is a form of malware that hides on your device, monitors your activity, and steals sensitive information like bank details and passwords [0] > Spyware is loosely defined as malicious software designed to enter your computer device, gather data about you, and forward it to a third-party without your consent. [1] > Spyware is malicious software that secretly monitors your activity and collects sensitive information, like passwords, location data, or browsing habits, without your consent. [2][3] 0: https://www.malwarebytes.com/spyware https://www.malwarebytes.com/spyware 1: https://usa.kaspersky.com/resource-center/threats/spyware https://usa.kaspersky.com/resource-center/threats/spyware 2: https://us.norton.com/blog/malware/spyware https://us.norton.com/blog/malware/spyware 3: https://www.fortinet.com/resources/cyberglossary/spyware https://www.fortinet.com/resources/cyberglossary/spyware