Who created the first IBM PC virus named Brain in 1986?
The Farooq Alvi brothers in Pakistan created the boot sector virus named Brain. This program became the first IBM PC virus to appear in the wild.
Questions about Malware
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What percentage of malware delivery worldwide was accounted for by emails according to the 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report?
Emails accounted for 96% of malware delivery worldwide according to the 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report by Verizon. Old email software opened HTML emails containing potentially malicious JavaScript code without asking permission.
How much did cybercrime including malware attacks cost the world economy in 2021?
Cybercrime including malware attacks was predicted to cost the world economy US$6 trillion in 2021. This figure represents an increase at a rate of 15% per year.
When did the attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment occur involving malware known as Shamoon?
The attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment occurred in November 2014 involving malware known as Shamoon. A similar strike hit Saudi Aramco in August 2012.
Which Android ransomware makes up nearly 60 percent of all Android ransomware detections?
Jisut makes up nearly 60 percent of all Android ransomware detections. Jisut and SLocker impact Android devices more than other lock-screens.