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Logic Bomb

Logic Bomb: A piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met.

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A piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met.

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A piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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