worm definition

worm

Type of computer virus that disrupts entire networks by very fast replication over the networked machines. It gains entry into the system usually through infected emails, and reproduces itself millions of times to fill all available disk space and to choke communication lines. It may also cause an irretrievable loss of data by altering its form or content.

worm is in the Computer Hardware, Software, & Security subject.

worm appears in the definitions of the following terms: computer virus, parasite and pathogens

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