Computer Viruses and Security of Computer Systems

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

Explain the principles of malicious code operation, its historical evolution, and current trends.

Identify and classify various types of malware (including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, ransomware, and armored code).

Describe and analyze how malware spreads within computer systems and networks.

Work with real malware samples in a controlled environment and understand their structure and behavior.

Design and implement illustrative malware prototypes for educational purposes, including hybrid variants using artificial intelligence.

Apply fundamental techniques of reverse engineering and behavioral analysis of malicious software.

Use visualization techniques (e.g., fractal geometry) for the analysis of binary code.

Understand the role of the dark web in the distribution and monetization of malware.

Identify security risks and propose appropriate countermeasures to enhance the security of computer systems.

Independently complete, present, and defend assignments based on the lecture topics.