Downloader — A downloader retrieves additional software or content for execution. Malicious downloaders obtain later components after an initial compromise. The separation allows attackers to change delivered payloads without replacing the original delivery mechanism. – Malware Components

Added October 7, 2026

Downloader — A downloader retrieves additional software or files after it executes. Malicious downloaders obtain payloads that perform the attacker’s main objectives. Separating delivery from later functionality helps operators change capabilities without replacing every initial component. – Malware Components

Added October 7, 2026