Year 1971: Unveiling Creeper – The First Computer Virus
Introduction In the nascent years of computer science, where the digital landscape was uncharted and ARPANET was but a humble experiment, emerged a groundbreaking innovation that would set the tone for the future of cybersecurity. This is the story of Creeper, the first computer virus to traverse the internet—an entity whose genesis was rooted not … Continue reading “Year 1971: Unveiling Creeper – The First Computer Virus”
Rabbits Virus 1969: The First Virus In The Cybersecurity History
Introduction Imagine a time when computers were like rare treasures, and the 1960s were all about funky music and wild colors. In this era, at the University of Washington, something unexpected happened—it was like a sneak attack from a digital troublemaker. This troublemaker had a name: the RABBITS Virus, the very first computer virus ever! … Continue reading “Rabbits Virus 1969: The First Virus In The Cybersecurity History”