PUP (noun)

PUP (noun)

From Word Notes by N2K Networks

April 28, 2026 · 5 min · Season 3 · Episode 131

About this episode

This episode discusses potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) and their implications in cybersecurity.

Please enjoy this encore of Word Notes. A software program installed unintentionally by a user that typically performs tasks not asked for by the installer. CyberWire Glossary link: ⁠https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/potentially-unwanted-program⁠ Audio reference link: Butler, S., 2022. Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPS) EXPLAINED [Video]. YouTube. URL ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L429Iahbww⁠ (accessed 1.6.23). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics covered

  • software
  • cybersecurity
  • potentially unwanted programs
  • technology
  • news

Keywords

  • PUP
  • potentially unwanted programs
  • cybersecurity
  • software
  • technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: N2K Networks

Books & works: Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPS) EXPLAINED

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