Infosec glossary entry

PUP

PUP:
Potentially Unwanted Program

A software program installed unintentionally by a user that typically performs tasks not asked for by the installer.
https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/potentially-unwanted-program

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January 24, 2023

adware, malware, spyware
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