The type of software designed specifically to steal your personal information is called spyware. Spyware secretly infiltrates your device to monitor your activities, capture login credentials, and collect sensitive data such as passwords, credit card numbers, and personal information without your knowledge or consent
. Spyware can operate stealthily in the background, often bundled with legitimate software or disguised as other types of malware like Trojans. It can track your browsing habits, record keystrokes, take screenshots, and even capture audio or webcam inputs to gather comprehensive personal data
. A specific subtype of spyware known as keyloggers records everything you type on your device, making them particularly effective at stealing passwords and financial information
. In summary, spyware is the malware category designed to steal personal information from users covertly
