Macro virus

What Is Macro virus?

A macro virus is a type of computer virus that is written in the same macro language used for software programs, such as Microsoft Word or Excel. Macro viruses are spread through documents and applications that contain macros, which are small programs that automate tasks. When a user opens a document or application containing a macro virus, the virus is activated and can spread to other documents and applications on the same computer. Macro viruses can also be spread through email attachments, file sharing, and other methods.

Description

A macro virus is a type of computer virus that is written in the same macro language used for software programs, such as Microsoft Word or Excel.

Usage and Examples

Macro viruses are spread through documents and applications that contain macros, which are small programs that automate tasks. For example, a macro virus could be embedded in a Microsoft Word document that contains a macro that automatically formats text. When a user opens the document, the macro virus is activated and can spread to other documents and applications on the same computer. Macro viruses can also be spread through email attachments, file sharing, and other methods.

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