There are no legitimate benefits to viruses or malware. These are malicious software programs designed to harm, exploit, or compromise computer systems, networks, or devices without the owner’s consent. The primary purpose of viruses and malware is to carry out harmful actions, such as:

Data Theft: Malware can steal sensitive personal information, financial data, login credentials, and other valuable data, leading to identity theft and financial losses.

Data Destruction: Some malware is designed to corrupt or delete data on the infected device, which can be devastating for individuals and organizations.

System Disruption: Malware can disrupt the normal operation of a computer, causing it to crash, become slow or unresponsive, or behave erratically.

Spreading to Other Devices: Viruses, in particular, can replicate and spread to other devices, potentially infecting an entire network.

Ransomware: Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a user’s files and demands a ransom for the decryption key. Paying the ransom is discouraged as it does not guarantee the safe return of your data and supports criminal activity.

Botnets: Some malware can turn infected devices into part of a botnet, a network of compromised devices controlled by cybercriminals. Botnets can be used for various illegal activities, including launching Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks.

Privacy Invasion: Certain types of malware, such as spyware and keyloggers, can invade a user’s privacy by monitoring their online activities and capturing sensitive information.