logic bomb

Noun

Meaning

a set of instructions inserted into a program that are designed to execute (or `explode') if a particular condition is satisfied; when exploded it may delete or corrupt data, or print a spurious message, or have other harmful effects

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

slag code exploit backdoor malware dropper rootkit computer virus trojan virus phishing botnet adware ransomware man-in-the-middle attack keylogger fileless malware

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Hypernyms

malevolent program

Examples

a disgruntled employee planted a logic bomb Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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