Definition(s)
Malicious Applet
A small application program that is automatically downloaded and executed and that performs an unauthorized function on an information system.
From: CNSSI 4009.
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards
Malicious Applet
Software that compromises the operation of a system by performing an unauthorized function or process.
Adapted from: CNSSI 4009, NIST SP 800-83.
Source: NICCS™ Portal Cybersecurity Lexicon, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/glossary) as of 11 November 2015, Global Standards