scholarly journals Deterministic and fractional modeling of a computer virus propagation

2022 ◽  
pp. 105130
Author(s):  
Rahat Zarin ◽  
Hammad Khaliq ◽  
Amir Khan ◽  
Dolat Khan ◽  
Ali Akgül ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Virus ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
Fractional Modeling

scholarly journals A stochastic model for computer virus propagation

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 163-174
Author(s):  
Mario Lefebvre ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Stochastic Model ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Virus Propagation

scholarly journals Global Behavior of a Computer Virus Propagation Model on Multilayer Networks

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chunming Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Propagation Model ◽  
Global Behavior ◽  
Sufficient Condition ◽  
Multilayer Networks ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Computer Virus Propagation Model ◽  
Vital Factor

This paper presents a new linear computer viruses propagation model on multilayer networks to explore the mechanism of computer virus propagation. Theoretical analysis demonstrates that the maximum eigenvalue of the sum of all the subnetworks is a vital factor in determining the viral prevalence. And then, a new sufficient condition for the global stability of virus-free equilibrium has been obtained. The persistence of computer virus propagation system has also been proved. Eventually, some numerical simulation results verify the main conclusions of the theoretical analysis.

Analysis of computer virus propagation behaviors over complex networks: a case study of Oregon routing network

2020 ◽  
Vol 100 (2) ◽  
pp. 1725-1740 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chenquan Gan ◽  
Qingdong Feng ◽  
Qingyi Zhu ◽  
Zufan Zhang ◽  
Yushu Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Complex Networks ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Virus Propagation

scholarly journals State-Based Switching for Optimal Control of Computer Virus Propagation with External Device Blocking

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qingyi Zhu ◽  
Seng W. Loke ◽  
Ye Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Optimal Control ◽  
Control Strategies ◽  
Minimum Principle ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Numerical Results ◽  
Difference Approximation ◽  
External Device ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
The Impact

The rapid propagation of computer virus is one of the greatest threats to current cybersecurity. This work deals with the optimal control problem of virus propagation among computers and external devices. To formulate this problem, two control strategies are introduced: (a) external device blocking, which means prohibiting a fraction of connections between external devices and computers, and (b) computer reconstruction, which includes updating or reinstalling of some infected computers. Then the combination of both the impact of infection and the cost of controls is minimized. In contrast with previous works, this paper takes into account a state-based cost weight index in the objection function instead of a fixed one. By using Pontryagin’s minimum principle and a modified forward-backward difference approximation algorithm, the optimal solution of the system is investigated and numerically solved. Then numerical results show the flexibility of proposed approach compared to the regular optimal control. More numerical results are also given to evaluate the performance of our approach with respect to various weight indexes.

Understanding the propagation dynamics of multipartite computer virus

2014 ◽  
Vol 114 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-106
Author(s):  
Pei-Chen Sung ◽  
Cheng-Yuan Ku ◽  
Chien-Yuan Su
Keyword(s):  
Information Security ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Propagation Model ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Sociological Perspective ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Computer Viruses ◽  
Software Companies

Purpose – Understanding the computer-virus propagation is quite essential for the construction and development of anti-virus policy. While researches about the anti-virus policy have been extensively investigated, the viewpoint from sociological perspective is relatively ignored. Therefore, this paper aims to explore the dynamics of computer-virus propagation and evaluate the effectiveness of anti-virus policies through the sociological perspective. Design/methodology/approach – This research constructs a virus-propagation model based on the susceptible-exposed-infective-recovered epidemic concept to simulate and explore the dynamic behavior of multipartite computer viruses through the tool of system dynamics. The effectiveness of various anti-virus policies is then evaluated via this model. Findings – The frequency of media contact has a significant effect on the virus infection rate. The effectiveness of user self-prevention relies on the usefulness of the virus signatures. The reporting/alarm process can enhance the capability of anti-virus software company and the detected intensity of new threat. The quarantine policy can effectively reduce the spread of computer virus. Practical implications – Individuals should strengthen the self-awareness of information security to reduce the negative impact. Managers should construct and implement the information security norm to regulate the behavior of staff. Anti-virus software companies should strengthen the capability of their automatic reporting/alarm mechanism to early detect the exceptional conditions and control new threats in time. Originality/value – Information security management research is still in the growth phase, but it is critically important to establish the groundwork for understanding of computer viruses and the effectiveness of anti-virus policy from assorted perspectives. The major contribution of research is to explore the propagation of multipartite computer viruses and study how to prevent their destruction from the sociological and technical perspectives.

scholarly journals Stability and Bifurcation of a Computer Virus Propagation Model with Delay and Incomplete Antivirus Ability

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianguo Ren ◽  
Yonghong Xu
Keyword(s):  
Hopf Bifurcation ◽  
Threshold Value ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Propagation Model ◽  
Global Dynamics ◽  
Asymptotically Stable ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
Globally Asymptotically Stable ◽  
Existence And Stability ◽  
Computer Virus Propagation Model

A new computer virus propagation model with delay and incomplete antivirus ability is formulated and its global dynamics is analyzed. The existence and stability of the equilibria are investigated by resorting to the threshold valueR0. By analysis, it is found that the model may undergo a Hopf bifurcation induced by the delay. Correspondingly, the critical value of the Hopf bifurcation is obtained. Using Lyapunov functional approach, it is proved that, under suitable conditions, the unique virus-free equilibrium is globally asymptotically stable ifR0<1, whereas the virus equilibrium is globally asymptotically stable ifR0>1. Numerical examples are presented to illustrate possible behavioral scenarios of the mode.

scholarly journals Fractional Dynamics of Computer Virus Propagation

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carla M. A. Pinto ◽  
J. A. Tenreiro Machado
Keyword(s):  
Steady State ◽  
Fractional Derivative ◽  
Fractional Order ◽  
Initial Conditions ◽  
Computer Virus ◽  
Fractional Dynamics ◽  
Fractional Order Systems ◽  
Virus Propagation ◽  
Integer Order ◽  
Fast Transients

We propose a fractional model for computer virus propagation. The model includes the interaction between computers and removable devices. We simulate numerically the model for distinct values of the order of the fractional derivative and for two sets of initial conditions adopted in the literature. We conclude that fractional order systems reveal richer dynamics than the classical integer order counterpart. Therefore, fractional dynamics leads to time responses with super-fast transients and super-slow evolutions towards the steady-state, effects not easily captured by the integer order models.

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