Riskware

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As RiskWare were refers to computer programs that by their creator (z. B. reputable software companies) not programmed to causing damage, have, however, safety-critical functions. These functions can be used, for example, to end or restart running processes or even to remotely control the computer. Riskware can be installed, started and misused by malicious programs , which is why virus scanners also report riskware in certain cases.

literature

  • Christopher C. Elisan: Malware, Rootkits & Botnets . Mcgraw-Hill Professional, 2012, ISBN 978-0-07-179206-6 , pp. 33-37 (American English).