Troyano (en. Trojan)
/tɾoˈjano/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A type of malware that hides within seemingly harmless software.
The Trojan was installed on my computer when I downloaded a free game.
El troyano se instaló en mi computadora al descargar un juego gratis.
A computer or a network that has been compromised by a virus or malware.
The company's network was attacked by a Trojan that stole sensitive information.
La red de la empresa fue atacada por un troyano que robó información sensible.
In terms of cybersecurity, it is a malicious agent that allows unauthorized access to the system.
The Trojan allowed the hacker to take control of my computer.
El troyano permitió que el hacker tomara control de mi computadora.
Etymology
From the term 'Trojan' which refers to the 'Trojan horse,' a trick in Greek mythology.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Trojan horse
To refer to a deceptive strategy for infiltrating a system.
caballo de Troya
Related Words
Malware
Malicious software that affects the performance of a computer.
malware
Virus
Harmful program that replicates and spreads to other devices.
virus
Slang Meanings
A digital deception that appears harmless.
That application is a real Trojan, don't download it.
Esa aplicación es un verdadero troyano, no la descargues.
Someone who seems friendly but has hidden intentions, in a digital context.
Don't trust that profile, it could be an online Trojan.
No confíes en ese perfil, podría ser un troyano en línea.