Malware

Malware research focuses on understanding, detecting, and mitigating malicious software designed to compromise systems, steal data, or disrupt operations. Malware—including viruses, worms, ransomware, and spyware—remains one of the most common tools used by cybercriminals and nation-state actors to conduct attacks across networks and devices.

Researchers in this area analyze how malware is developed, distributed, and operated in real-world environments. Faculty and students study topics such as malware detection and classification, reverse engineering, botnets, and the infrastructure that supports large-scale cybercrime campaigns. By examining how malicious software evolves and identifying new ways to detect and disrupt it, this research helps organizations strengthen defenses and respond more effectively to emerging cyber threats.