Basit and Amjad Alvi

First Computer Virus

Brain The World First Computer Virus That Started It All

The Brain Virus, developed in 1986 by Basit and Amjad Alvi in Pakistan, is considered the first computer virus for IBM PCs. Originally intended to curb software piracy, it spread worldwide via floppy disks, showcasing early stealth techniques. Its unexpected global reach marked the start of the cybersecurity era and laid the foundation for modern antivirus solutions. Introduction The story of the...