THREAT‑WATCH
Glossary
Spyware
Malware that secretly monitors a user's activity and transmits the collected data to an attacker.
Spyware can log keystrokes, capture screenshots, track browsing history, or access a device's camera and microphone, typically running silently in the background without visible symptoms. It's often bundled with legitimate-looking free software or installed via a phishing link, and its goal is usually credential theft or ongoing surveillance rather than immediate, visible damage.