Cryptovirology
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cryptovirology is a noun meaning (cryptography, computer security) The use of cryptography to design powerful malicious software such as ransomware and asymmetric backdoors.
Meaning
(cryptography, computer security) The use of cryptography to design powerful malicious software such as ransomware and asymmetric backdoors.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cryptovirus, cryptoworm, crimeware, virus, cryptolocker, cryptomining.
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