vírusformát

Vírusformát is a term used in some contexts, particularly in discussions related to digital security and historical computing, to describe a type of file or data structure designed to mimic or contain elements of a computer virus. This can include code that exhibits viral characteristics such as self-replication, payload execution, or a desire to spread. However, the term is not a universally standardized technical designation.

Often, when "vírusformát" is mentioned, it refers to a format that might be used for educational purposes to demonstrate how viruses work, or in a more malicious context, as a container for actual viral code. It's important to distinguish between a format itself and the content it holds. A file format, by its nature, defines how data is organized, while a virus is a piece of software with specific behaviors.

The creation or distribution of files intentionally designed as "vírusformát" with malicious intent is illegal in most jurisdictions. Cybersecurity professionals often analyze such formats to understand potential threats and develop countermeasures. The term itself can sometimes be employed loosely to refer to any file that is suspected of containing malware, regardless of its specific structural properties.