Schadprogramm

malicious program, malware

noun SHAHD-pro-gram Rare

Usage Note

Schadprogramm (alongside Schadsoftware) denotes any software designed to harm a system. German data-protection authorities use both terms; Schadprogramm emphasises the individual program, while Schadsoftware is the broader category.

Examples

"Das Schadprogramm tarnte sich als nützliches Tool und verbreitete sich schnell."

Natural Translation

The malicious program disguised itself as a useful tool and spread quickly.

Literal Translation

The malicious-program disguised itself as useful tool and spread quickly.

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