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The Dark Avenger

Malicious Life

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The Rise of Eddy: Bulgaria's Virus Scene

This chapter explores the emergence of the Eddy virus amid Bulgaria's unique socio-political landscape in the late 1980s, where talented programmers turned to malicious software due to limited job opportunities. It highlights the influence of the underground virus-writing community, particularly the exploits of the Dark Avenger, and the ongoing rivalry with security expert Vaseline Bonchev.

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