What is the meaning of logic bomb?

noun

  • A set of instructions inserted into a program that are designed to execute (or `explode') if a particular condition is satisfied; when exploded it may delete or corrupt data, or print a spurious message, or have other harmful effects.
    • usage: "a disgruntled employee planted a logic bomb"
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