The Most Destructive Computer Viruses

Determining the most destructive computer virus ever created is difficult as there have been many viruses and malware throughout the history of computing that have caused significant damage to computer systems and networks. Here are some of the most destructive viruses in history:

1. Mydoom (2004) - Mydoom was a worm that caused damage to computer systems, slowed down network traffic, and allowed attackers to gain unauthorized access to infected machines. It caused an estimated $38.5 billion in damage.

2. ILOVEYOU (2000) - ILOVEYOU was a virus that spread through email and caused damage to computer systems, including deleting files and stealing passwords. It caused an estimated $15 billion in damages.

3. Sobig.F (2003) - Sobig.F was a worm that spread through email and caused damage to computer systems by downloading and executing malicious software. It caused an estimated $10 billion in damages.

4. WannaCry (2017) - WannaCry was a ransomware attack that affected more than 200,000 computers in 150 countries. It caused an estimated $4 billion in damages.

5. Code Red (2001) - Code Red was a worm that targeted servers running Microsoft IIS web server software. It caused denial-of-service attacks, defaced websites, and slowed down network traffic. It caused an estimated $2.6 billion in damages.

These viruses and malware have caused significant damage to computer systems and networks. However, it's important to note that cybersecurity experts are constantly developing and updating software to protect against these types of attacks.