What is Spyware?

Spyware is a specific type of malware that is designed to record, track, and harvest as much information as possible on an infected device. Different types of spyware include trojans, adware, keyloggers, tracking cookies, and other types of system monitor software. Spyware is often distributed to unsuspecting users through infected websites, pop-up ads, emails, file downloads, and other methodologies. Spyware, like other types of malware, can be detrimental to crypto users because it allows for the possibility of data theft of private wallet keys and other info, which can be used to steal a user's funds.