Logic bombs explained: Definition, examples, prevention

What is a logic bomb?

A logic bomb is a set of instructions embedded in a software system that, if specified conditions are met, triggers a malicious payload to take actions against the operating system, application, or network. The actual code that does the dirty work, sometimes referred to as slag code, might be a standalone application or be hidden within a larger program.

While logic bombs are sometimes delivered via the same techniques that can infect …

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