What is malware

What is malware.Malware is short for malicious software, which refers to any program or code that is intentionally designed to harm, damage, or disrupt computer systems, networks, or devices without the user's consent or knowledge. Malware can come in different forms, such as viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, adware, and other types of malicious software. Malware can spread through various methods, including email attachments, software downloads, infected websites, and social engineering tactics.