drive-by download

unintended download of computer software from the Internet, either ① which a person has authorized but without understanding the consequences or ② download that happens without a person's knowledge, often a computer virus, spyware, malware
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drive-by download

Summary

drive-by download has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[1]

Key Facts

  • drive-by download is a type of cyber adversary technique[2].

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Definition and Type

drive-by download is a type of cyber adversary technique[2].

Why It Matters

drive-by download has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[1] It is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[3]

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  1. [2] . wikidata.org.

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  2. [3] . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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