Vector (malware)

A vector in computing, specifically when talking about malicious code such as viruses or worms, is the method that this code uses to propagate itself or infect a computer. This sense is similar to, and derived from, its meaning in biology. Some common vectors: * buffer overflows – this is how the Blaster worm was able to propagate * HTML email with JavaScript or other scripting enhancements * networking protocol flaws

Vector (malware)

A vector in computing, specifically when talking about malicious code such as viruses or worms, is the method that this code uses to propagate itself or infect a computer. This sense is similar to, and derived from, its meaning in biology. Some common vectors: * buffer overflows – this is how the Blaster worm was able to propagate * HTML email with JavaScript or other scripting enhancements * networking protocol flaws