What is the most widespread computer virus in the world?
There are many different types of computer viruses, but the most widespread one in the world is the malware known as WannaCry. This virus spreads by taking advantage of a vulnerability in the Windows operating system, and it encrypts the files on victims’ computers, making them inaccessible. WannaCry has caused billions of dollars in damage since it first appeared in May of 2017, and it has affected computers in 150 countries.
What is a zero-day virus?
A zero-day virus is a virus that has not been previously identified or documented by any antivirus software. This can pose a serious security threat, as there is no way to protect against a virus that has not yet been identified. In most cases, zero-day viruses are only found after they have already caused damage, as it takes time to develop a fix for the virus. However, some antivirus companies are now offering “zero-day protection,” which uses heuristic techniques to detect and block known characteristics of zero-day viruses.
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