Compromised vs Malware

Compromised in cryptocurrency security means that private keys, passwords, recovery phrases, or accounts have been exposed to unauthorized parties through security breaches, malware, phishing, or other attack methods, potentially enabling attackers to access or steal cryptocurrency assets.

Malware is any malicious software designed to damage systems, steal data, or gain unauthorized access, specifically targeting cryptocurrency users by capturing private keys, seed phrases, and wallet credentials to steal digital assets.