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This timeline of computer viruses and worms presents a chronological timeline of noteworthy computer viruses, computer worms, Trojan horses, similar malware, related research and events.
Hex dump of the Brain virus, generally regarded as the first computer virus for the IBM Personal Computer (IBM PC) and compatibles. A computer virus [1] is a type of malware that, when executed, replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code into those programs.
History of Computer Virus. Viruses have been attacking various devices for a long time, spreading through the Internet or other means. They are often created to steal information or completely ruin devices. The first computer virus, called the “ Creeper system,” appeared in 1971 as an experimental
But when did the age of computer viruses begin? How far have viruses come since then? And what should we expect from viruses in the future? What Was the First Computer Virus? The first-ever computer virus came about in 1971, going by the name "Creeper".
The history of computer viruses traces back to the 1940s, initiated by John von Neumann’s concept of Replicating Automata – a self-replicating mechanism. This idea was tested in the 1960s, demonstrating its feasibility.
Richard Skrenta created the first computer virus, called the Elk Cloner, at the age of 15. The virus spread to other computers by monitoring the floppy drive and copying itself to any floppy diskette inserted into the computer.
For more than 60 years, computer viruses have been part of collective human consciousness, however what was once simply cyber vandalism has turned quickly to cybercrime. Worms, Trojans and viruses are evolving.