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compromised computer

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A computer that has a virus, Trojan or other malevolent program. See botnet.


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In today's ever-changing security landscape, where attacks routinely use compromised computers as hosts and mobile workforce computers can easily become infected outside the office, it is important for corporate IT departments to regularly monitor and track the behavior of systems within their networks.
Hackers use rootkit technology to maintain access to a compromised computer without the user's knowledge.
The compromised computer was run by a contract company that maintains a data center for fundraising activities.
 
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