scripting language

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script·ing language

 (skrĭp′tĭng)
n. Computers
An interpreted language, especially one used to control other applications.
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Web shells, ransomware, cryptomining, botnets, and shell scripts all have one thing in common - they enable attackers to keep a low profile in the system until they are ready to execute their attack.
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