What Is Software Piracy?

Software piracy has become a worldwide issue, with China, the United States and India being the top three offenders.
In 2022, 6.2% of people worldwide visited software piracy websites.
Software piracy doesn't require a hacker or skilled coder.
Any normal person with a computer can become a software pirate if they don't know about the software laws.
With such a widespread impact, it's important to understand what software piracy is and the dangers it presents.
Software piracy is the unauthorized use of legally protected software, which includes stealing, copying, distributing, modifying or selling the software.
Software piracy is illegal and constitutes a federal crime.
Software piracy may be cheaper than purchasing legitimate software, but there are many dangers that software pirates should be aware of.
Individuals who continue to engage in software piracy risk harming their digital experience by allowing viruses to infect their computers or becoming an online target for authorities.
Increased chances of software malfunction or failure: When software is obtained illegally, there is a greater chance of encountering glitches, errors or failures.
Pirated software lacks the quality control measures that legitimate software uses to test or improve the software to a more functional version, resulting in compromised performance and potentially unstable systems.
Pirates can modify software packages to include malicious code, which puts the software and the user's computer system at risk of compromised data.
Softlifting is the most common type of software piracy.
Hard disk loading is a type of commercial software piracy in which someone buys a legal version of the software and then reproduces, copies or installs it onto computer hard disks.
Counterfeit software is usually sold at a discounted price in comparison to the legitimate software.
Software piracy may be more common than you realize.
Sharing software licenses beyond their intended use: Imagine a small company purchases a software license for a project management tool, allowing access for up to 10 users.
Purchasing software without a valid license key or special authorization: If you obtain software without a valid license, authorization, or special permissions and attempt to sell or distribute it, this is a form of renting-just like copying a video you rented from Amazon Prime and selling it online without authorization.
Selling the contents of a software package separately rather than as a whole: This is a form of OEM unbundling since users are installing individual parts of the system instead of the entire bundled software package.
Protect your device from threats or cyberattacks due to software piracy with Panda Security's Free Antivirus for your Mac or Windows devices.


This Cyber News was published on www.pandasecurity.com. Publication date: Thu, 07 Dec 2023 03:13:05 +0000


Cyber News related to What Is Software Piracy?

What Is Software Piracy? - Software piracy has become a worldwide issue, with China, the United States and India being the top three offenders. In 2022, 6.2% of people worldwide visited software piracy websites. Software piracy doesn't require a hacker or skilled coder. Any ...
10 months ago Pandasecurity.com
Verimatrix Counterspy safeguards content across various devices - Counterspy leverages technology first developed by the company's cybersecurity team back in 2021 to offer an innovative new way to counter the rise in video piracy in an era where streaming apps are prevalent. Counterspy is a standalone product ...
6 months ago Helpnetsecurity.com
The Crucial Need for a Secure Software Development Lifecycle in Today's Digital Landscape - In today's increasingly digital world, software is the backbone of business operations, from customer-facing applications to internal processes. The rapid growth of software development has also made organizations more vulnerable to security threats. ...
9 months ago Cyberdefensemagazine.com
Understanding SBOMs - In recent years, the adoption of open-source software in development has surged, now comprising up to 90% of what's built. There is a crucial aspect to consider when integrating open-source software components. To make sure their software is safe, ...
9 months ago Securityboulevard.com
12 Software Dev Predictions for Future - Predicting the future of software development trends is always a tough call. Such trends will also rule the future of the software development industry. Analyzing these future software development trends will put enthusiasts ahead of the competition. ...
9 months ago Feeds.dzone.com
How Patch Management Software Solves the Update Problem - I've never met an IT leader who doesn't know how important patch management is. At Heimdal, we believe patch management software provides the solution to this problem. Patch management software is a technology that allows businesses to automate the ...
3 months ago Heimdalsecurity.com
Consumer Software Security Assessment: Should We Follow NHTSA's Lead? - The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is dedicated to its mission: "To save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce economic costs due to road traffic crashes, through education, research, safety standards, and enforcement." Is it time to ...
10 months ago Darkreading.com
New "MITRE ATT&CK-like" framework outlines software supply chain attack TTPs - A new open framework seeks to outline a comprehensive and actionable way for businesses and security teams to understand attacker behaviors and techniques specifically impacting the software supply chain. The Open Software Supply Chain Attack ...
1 year ago Csoonline.com
Essential Features of Cybersecurity Management Software for MSPs - Protect your clients' businesses from cyber threats with Cybersecurity Management Software. A vital tool that aids MSPs in enhancing their cybersecurity practices is Cybersecurity Management Software. In this article, we will delve into the features ...
4 months ago Hackread.com
CVE-2017-8147 - AC6005 V200R006C10SPC200,AC6605 V200R006C10SPC200,AR1200 with software V200R005C10CP0582T, V200R005C10HP0581T, V200R005C20SPC026T,AR200 with software V200R005C20SPC026T,AR3200 V200R005C20SPC026T,CloudEngine 12800 with software V100R003C00, ...
6 years ago
McCaffrey Joins 'ASTORS' Champion SIMS Software Board of Advisors - SIMS Software, the leading provider of security information management software to the government and defense industries - and the 2023 Platinum 'ASTORS' Award Champion for Best Security Workforce Management Solution, is delighted to announce that ...
8 months ago Americansecuritytoday.com
CVE-2017-8163 - AR120-S with software V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, V200R008C30,AR1200 with software V200R006C10, V200R006C13, V200R007C00, V200R007C01, V200R007C02, V200R008C20, V200R008C30,AR1200-S with software V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, ...
6 years ago
CVE-2017-8162 - AR120-S with software V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, V200R008C30,AR1200 with software V200R006C10, V200R006C13, V200R007C00, V200R007C01, V200R007C02, V200R008C20, V200R008C30,AR1200-S with software V200R006C10, V200R007C00, V200R008C20, ...
6 years ago
EdTech Evaluation: Choosing Secure Educational Software - The evaluation of EdTech tools for their security features is crucial in safeguarding data and maintaining a secure learning environment. An edtech security evaluation is essential to determine if the software adequately protects student and teacher ...
9 months ago Securityzap.com
Tax Season Alert: Common scams and cracked software - OpenText is committed to providing you with the latest intelligence and tips to safeguard your digital life, especially during high-risk periods like tax season. Our threat analysts are constantly monitor the ebb and flow of various threats. One ...
8 months ago Webroot.com
92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software - In 2024, buyers are increasingly focused on cost efficiency, AI functionality, and enhanced security, according to Gartner. The report reveals that 61% of buyers are seeking upgrades for more functionality in their recently purchased software. The ...
7 months ago Helpnetsecurity.com
Cybersecurity for Art and Design Schools - In the digital age, art and design schools face unique cybersecurity challenges. This article aims to shed light on the importance of cybersecurity in art and design schools and provide insights into safeguarding digital portfolios and ensuring ...
9 months ago Securityzap.com
16 top ERM software vendors to consider in 2024 - Enterprise risk management software helps organizations identify, mitigate and remediate business risks, which can lead to improved business performance. The risk management market is rapidly evolving from separate tools across different risk domains ...
8 months ago Techtarget.com
Beware of Expired or Compromised Code Signing Certificates - One of the vital security measures taken in this direction is the use of code signing certificates to prove software authenticity, integrity and security. Code signing certificates, used for digitally signing applications and software, are an ...
10 months ago Securityboulevard.com
Software & Security: How to Move Supply Chain Security Up the Agenda - Software supply chains are under more scrutiny for security issues. The US government mandated software bills of materials for federal software projects so that security teams can understand any potential risks from software components. The ...
9 months ago Darkreading.com
Software Supply Chain Security Checklist - In the ever-evolving landscape of digital innovation, the integrity of software supply chains has become a pivotal cornerstone for organizational security. Software supply chain security is not just about protecting code - it's about safeguarding the ...
8 months ago Feeds.dzone.com
Categorically Unsafe Software - We've had many people ask us why we urge software manufacturers to eliminate entire classes of defect like cross-site scripting, SQL injection, directory traversal, and memory unsafety, as called for in our Secure by Design Pledge. While it might ...
4 months ago Cisa.gov
The Need for ChainGuard to Improve SBOM Quality - ChainGuard, a new open-source security project, is hoping to improve the quality of Software Bill-of-Materials (SBOM)s by training models to detect known software vulnerabilities. SBOMs provide valuable information about the components and ...
1 year ago Securityweek.com
DevSecOps: Definition, Benefits and Best Practices - DevSecOps is an approach that focuses on the alignment of the three core pillars of DevOps — Development, Operations, and Security. It’s a combination of processes, tools and practices designed to enable organizations to adopt innovative and ...
1 year ago Heimdalsecurity.com
The Role of DevOps in Enhancing the Software Development Life Cycle - Software development is a complex and dynamic field requiring constant input, iteration, and collaboration. DevOps is more than just a methodology; it combines practices seamlessly integrating software development and IT operations for streamlining ...
8 months ago Feeds.dzone.com

Latest Cyber News


Cyber Trends (last 7 days)


Trending Cyber News (last 7 days)