Malicious Software | Vibepedia

Malicious software, or malware, refers to any software designed to harm or exploit a computer system. It can take many forms, including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, and ransomware. Malware has been a growing concern for individuals, businesses, and governments, with high-profile attacks like the WannaCry ransomware outbreak in 2017, which affected over 200,000 computers worldwide, including those at Microsoft, Google, and the UK's National Health Service (NHS). The malware landscape is constantly evolving, with new threats emerging daily, such as the recent discovery of the Log4j vulnerability, which has been exploited by hackers to gain access to sensitive systems at companies like Amazon and Twitter.