Email worms are a type of malicious software (malware) that replicate and spread themselves through email messages. These worms are designed to exploit the email protocol to distribute themselves, often without the user’s knowledge. Here’s how they typically work: 1. **Infection**: The worm usually embeds itself in an email attachment or within the email body. When a user opens the attachment or clicks on a link, the worm executes and infects the user's computer.
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