An official website of the United States government
Here's how you know
Official websites use .gov
A.gov website belongs to an official government
organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Spyware is generally categorized by how it functions and what it targets: Recognizing and Avoiding Spyware - CISA
Spyware is a form of malware designed to infiltrate your device, record your actions, and transmit that data to a third party without your consent . While often hidden, it can cause noticeable performance issues like slow speeds or unexpected crashes . Core Spyware Definitions Spyware Definitions List