virus hunting

This tag covers discussions about virus hunting, including insights from security experts like Mikko Hypponen, who has been tracking computer viruses for 25 years. Topics explore hacker motivations behind creating viruses, worms, and Trojans, ranging from mischief to malice and money. The content delves into the history of PC viruses, starting with Brain.a, and examines the ongoing battle between virus writers and security researchers. Readers can find perspectives on why hackers write malicious code and how virus hunters work to protect systems.